Penrith coach Ivan Cleary responds to increasing public calls for Dylan Edwards to be replaced at fullback for NSW in State of Origin, with growing interest in other options including Penrith’s Jack Tedesco. The reports agree that Cleary does not typically insert himself into Origin selection debates, but he speaks out in defence of Edwards retaining the NSW No. 1 jersey. Across the coverage, Cleary’s comments are framed as a direct reaction to the noise around team composition rather than an organised push to change selections. The outlets also concur that Edwards’ position is being actively questioned by sections of fans and commentators, prompting renewed discussion about whether Tedesco should be considered for the fullback role. While the articles differ only in wording and framing, they consistently describe the same core storyline: a heightened debate over the Blues fullback spot and Cleary’s rare intervention supporting Edwards’ selection. The reporting focuses on Cleary’s view and the reasons Edwards remains the preferred choice, rather than announcing any official changes.