Stephen Crichton plays down concerns about a serious shoulder injury after he sits out NSW Blues training, according to multiple reports. The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and the Brisbane Times all state that Crichton’s absence from a session has prompted speculation about the state of his shoulder. However, Crichton’s message is that he is not carrying a major injury and that his decision to miss the training is not indicative of an injury that would significantly affect his availability. The reports describe his response as dismissing injury fears rather than confirming any setback. No outlet provides additional medical detail or specific diagnosis in the summaries provided. The common thread is that Crichton addresses concerns linked to his training absence, maintaining that fears of a serious shoulder problem are unfounded. As a result, the immediate focus remains on confirming his readiness for upcoming commitments, with his participation and form expected to be reassessed in line with team training and selection.