LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Latrell Mitchell's State of Origin hopes have taken a hit with his recent suspension, leaving him sidelined just as his rivals in the NRL are pushing for selection.
Many pundits had the South Sydney fullback penciled in for a spot in the NSW team at the beginning of the season, but he has since slipped off the radar.
With the NSW backline starting to take shape, contenders like Zac Lomax, Tom Trbojevic, Stephen Crichton, Josh Addo-Carr, Dylan Edwards, and Brian To'o are all putting in strong performances and making their case for a Blues jersey.
Mitchell's absence due to suspension couldn't have come at a worse time, as his competitors are shining bright on the field.