5 - Josh Reynolds was originally selected to play in game three but under consultation with coach Laurie Daley was dropped to 18th Man.
2 - Robbie Farah was originally chosen to play in Game lll but withdrew due to a hand injury, he was replaced by Michael Ennis.
5 - Adam Reynolds was originally selected to play halfback in Game III, but withdrew due to injury.
Notes 1 – Nathan Cleary was originally selected in the squad for game three, but was forced to withdraw due to injury.
2 – Tariq Sims was originally selected in the squad for game three, but was forced to withdraw due to suspension.
1 – Jordan McLean was originally selected in the squad for game three, but was forced to withdraw due to injury.