When Michael Maguire was named as Brisbane coach late last year, star prop Payne Haas wanted to get a better understanding of what made his new boss tick. There's no doubt the Tigers series damaged Maguire's image where he was portrayed as a ranting and raving drill sergeant trying to inspire and get a handle on a team with modest talent. Michael Maguire helped NSW come back from a game down to win the 2024 State of Origin series. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)"The fans have been on an emotional ride with the players, and you actually feel that within Brisbane," Maguire said. Close friends of Kevin Walters - the man Maguire replaced - were actively willing for the new Brisbane coach to stuff up.