Phil Gould says State of Origin isn't a talent problem for New South Wales, it's a football problem. This week Gus explains why the Blues are "getting it wrong", how Queensland continue to outplay them in the moments that matter, and what Laurie Daley must do before the decider.

Plus, the rise of the Titans, why the Warriors are genuine contenders, Ben Hunt's incredible career milestone, Jake Averillo's move to the Tigers, and Gus previews every game of Round 17 thanks to TAB.

(00:00) Beanies for Brain Cancer Round and the Mark Hughes Foundation
(05:23) Breaking news: Jake Averillo signs with the West Tigers
(07:46) Ben Hunt extends with Brisbane for a 19th NRL season
(09:25) Are defensive contests making a comeback in the NRL?
(11:03) The Titans' rise under Josh Hannay
(13:50) Why the Warriors won't fade this season
(15:21) Are the Dolphins genuine premiership favourites?
(19:17) Broncos facing a finals-defining stretch
(21:38) Should Mitchell Moses play Origin III?
(24:00) “We're getting it wrong” - Gus' Origin diagnosis
(35:40) Can NSW fix it before the decider?
(45:13) Why Queensland rarely beat themselves
(48:00) Ask Gus: Origin, coaching futures and Dean Young
(54:12) Round 17 preview and TAB odds
(01:12:00) Gus' Round 17 tips and farewell

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No one has had a greater influence on New South Wales rugby league than Brad Fittler.

A Blues legend, Freddy played a record 31 State of Origin matches for NSW before later coaching his state on 18 occasions. But the Origin story closest to his heart came in 2004, when Phil Gould convinced him to return from representative retirement for one final campaign.

It wasn't all smooth sailing. The comeback didn't start as planned, but it ended with one of the most memorable fairytale finishes in Origin history.

In this episode of Stories of Origin, Brad Fittler relives the 2004 series, his final season in the Sky Blue jersey, the unforgettable decider, and the perfect send-off alongside Phil Gould.

A farewell that remains one of the great moments in Origin history.

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State of Origin heads back to Melbourne with the series hanging in the balance and Darren Lockyer joins Phil Gould and Mat Thompson to break down the biggest Game II storylines.

The team looks at the impact of Payne Haas' return, Billy Slater's Reece Walsh wildcard, Laurie Daley's selection calls and whether Queensland can force a decider at Suncorp Stadium.

Plus, don’t miss your Round 16 NRL tips from Gus!

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