BREAKING: Elliott Whitehead makes State of Origin confession as questions emerge around Dylan Edwards.. DETAILS >

BREAKING: Elliott Whitehead makes State of Origin confession as questions emerge around Dylan Edwards..

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BREAKING: Elliott Whitehead Makes Stunning State of Origin Confession as Doubts Emerge Around Dylan Edwards

In a shocking twist ahead of the State of Origin decider, Canberra Raiders veteran **Elliott Whitehead** has dropped a bombshell confession that’s sent shockwaves across the rugby league community — all while questions intensify around the fitness and readiness of Blues fullback **Dylan Edwards**.

### 🗣️ Whitehead’s Stunning Origin Confession

Although Whitehead is an English international and not eligible to play for New South Wales or Queensland, the Raiders captain made headlines after revealing in a candid media interview that he was **secretly approached** by Origin-affiliated advisors years ago to **naturalize for Origin selection** — a move that was never made public.

“I was seriously considering making myself eligible to play in Origin at one point,” Whitehead admitted. “The idea came up when I was at my peak, and some people thought it could open doors for internationals like me. It never happened, and I stayed true to playing for England — but it’s something I think about sometimes.”

Whitehead’s revelation has reopened debate around eligibility rules and the possibility of expanding State of Origin to include exceptional international players with long-term NRL tenures.

### ❓ Dylan Edwards in Doubt

Meanwhile, all eyes are on the Blues camp as **Dylan Edwards’ status for Game 3** comes under serious question. The star fullback, who missed Game 1 with a quad injury but returned in Game 2, is reportedly **struggling with fitness issues again** after aggravating the injury during a midweek training session.

Sources inside the NSW camp say Edwards was “clearly uncomfortable” during sprints and may not be fully fit for the decider.

With **James Tedesco** recently announcing his move to the Canberra Raiders and in top form, calls are growing louder for the Blues to **bring the veteran back** — at least as a safety net if Edwards fails a late fitness test.

### 👀 Public and Expert Reaction

The rugby league community is buzzing, with fans divided over both stories:

* **On Whitehead’s confession**: Many believe international stars like him should be eligible if they commit long-term to the NRL. Others argue that Origin must remain a purely Australian-based contest.

* **On Edwards’ situation**: Analysts are warning that if NSW gamble on an unfit Edwards, it could cost them the series. League greats such as Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler have publicly suggested that **“Tedesco is still the Blues’ insurance policy.”**

### 🧠 What It Means

Whitehead’s honesty could reignite a serious discussion about eligibility and the evolution of State of Origin in a global NRL era. Meanwhile, the uncertainty around Dylan Edwards could shape the entire outcome of **Origin Game 3**, set to be one of the most watched deciders in years.

With **less than a week to kickoff**, NSW fans are left wondering — will Edwards be ready? And if not, will the Blues turn back to a familiar face in Tedesco to steady the ship?

Stay tuned for more updates as the drama unfolds.