Maroons hooker Cameron Smith believes the mobility of the bench - Matt Gillett, Corey Parker, Ben Te'o and rookie Chris McQueen, could prove the difference on a surface likely to be quite difficult under foot.
"They're all very accomplished defenders at club level but they're also very good with the ball and quite mobile," Smith said.
"In previous years we've gone with three really big blokes, guys we think can get us going forward.
"But these guys can push up to the front if we need them to.
"It's what NSW have done for the last couple of years and they've troubled us a bit with guys with more leg speed and lateral movement around the ruck."
"I'm really happy with the bench we've got. They're pretty dynamic and hopefully they can have an impact."
Smith noted new Blues coach Laurie Daley was not unlike Queensland mentor Mal Meninga with his laid back approach.
"He's very passionate about NSW and you could see that in the way he played the game," said Smith.
"He was one of the greatest players to play the game and we are certainly wary of what he brings to their side.
"We know they'll be ready to go."
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