Agree with most of what you said Phill but you lost the plot (or are being overly democratic) to suggest NSW didnt deserve that thrashing.
QLD were extremely good and would have won no matter what but NSW contributed to the margin with their complete lack of discipline and focus on thuggery. Sure all Origins have some biffo and hard stuff but it was clear that NSW thought to intimidate QLD they needed to use swinging arms and spear tackles to do it. Tamou's ridiculous high shot and following uppercut attempt is a case in point. Nope- they didnt go out to play footy, they let frustration get the better of them and they were soundly walloped as a result.
The Blues have just lost whatever traction they gained in last years aberration. They have just been reminded that when QLD really get fired up there is nothing they can do about it- they just have to hope they get complacent to sneak a win. The mental scars are back.