It's high marks, but not straight-As, for Maroons squad Maroons newcomer Chris McQueen. This was supposed to be a year where it all came easy to the Queenslanders. With seven consecutive wins under their belt and a core of greats, selectors Gene Miles, Alan Smith and Des Morris could have done this with their eyes closed. Sport rarely works like that. And it didn't. With Ben Te'o being hit with an assault allegation, last-minute charges to Cooper Cronk and Dave Shillington and injury to Darius Boyd, this is a side that eventually fell over the line. Boyd's leg injury was initially thought to be as bad as a broken leg but was subsequently revised down after scans. He has been named but will be in serious doubt. Justin O'Neill will be the ready reserve and has flown into camp. And the final spot on the bench went to South Sydney's Chris McQueen, who beat off some high-quality competition to earn an Origin debut. The Forwards This pack has the most familiar of rings and there was surely little debate about this sextet. David Shillington replaces the retired Petero Civoniceva and brings massive bulk and Origin experience. Cameron Smith captains the side next to Matt Scott, who will lift his game despite the Cowboys failing to fire. The backrow of Nate Myles, last year's player of the series, Sam Thaiday and Ash Harrison has seen and done it all before. Grade: A The backs The Boyd injury was a late concern but he may yet play. In any case, O'Neill deserves his spot if Boyd fails to come up. He's won a grand final with the Storm and if anything, represents a more dangerous ball runner. With Slater at the back, the two best halves in the game and a fit Hodges in the centres, it's a tough proposition for NSW, particularly with the undersized Jennings in the firing line. Brent Tate is all muscle on the wing and with Greg Inglis the best player in the game at the moment, there are no weak links. Grade: A+ Interchange Queensland has ditched the specialist 'utility' backline player in favour of a bench that can be tweaked to requirements. Corey Parker was excellent for Queensland last year and is an elite goal-kicker, giving the Maroons more options on that front. Matt Gillett has been good for Brisbane and along with new face Chris McQueen, can pinch hit in the backline if required. Ben Te'o is the most controversial selection but footwall-wise, was a no brainer. How the assault allegations impact the preparation otherwise remains to be seen. Grade: B+