There may only be one NRL game this weekend but the NRL world continues to move at a drastic pace.
Kevin Walters leaving the Broncos looks to have had a flow on effect as NSW Origin coach Michael Maguire has stepped down, seemingly Broncos bound.
With Maguire stepping down, the Blues suddenly need to kickstart yet another search for their next coach.
Maguire, having delivered an Origin victory despite overseeing a loss in the series opener, is a huge loss, but the Blues can't dwell on the past.
Below are five potential candidates for the now vacant NSW Origin coaching job:
3. Danny Buderus
Buderus is another I linked the second Brad Fittler stood down. I'm more than happy to name him again now.
A veteran of over 330 top grade games as well as 21 Origins and 24 caps for the Kangaroos, Buderus knows how to win at the highest level.
His coaching resume isn't extensive, having oversees the Knights in an interim role for just the six games.
Again though, you don't need to be the most tactical, or experienced coach on the market to enjoy success in Origin.
Anyone got a copy of Billy Slater's coaching resume prior to his Origin appointment?
Buderus is another who bled for the Blues and is brought in to inspire the Blues at every opportunity.
Ultimately I'd probably like to see a little more coaching experience, but Buderus is a brilliant footballing mind and an inspirational figure.
If he isn't given the top job, I'd love to see him brought into the set up on some level.
