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The New South Wales (NSW) Blues team for Game Three of the 2026 Ampol State of Origin Series has been announced by coach Laurie Daley ³. The team features significant changes, with five alterations made for the series decider ⁴.

One of the most notable changes is the omission of Brian To'o, who has been a mainstay for the Blues for over five years ⁴⁶. Other players dropped include Brisbane star Kotoni Staggs ⁶. The decision to axe To'o and other players was explained by Daley, who has recalled some proven stars and handed a debut to a new winger ²⁸. Stephen Crichton was also removed from the team ¹. These changes are part of Daley's strategy for the crucial Game Three ⁷.