Jimmy Maloney & news.com.au's Extended Bench return to looks at the big State of Origin news from the week, including Brian To'o's axing and replacement, the return of Bradman Best to the State of Origin set up and the growing pressure on the NSW attack. We also touch on the best and worst of the NRL games from Round 17 and pay tribute to the epic career of Jason Taumololo.

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