Concussion is a dirty word to New South Wales veteran Ryan Hoffman.

Twice in three weeks the Warriors forward had been knocked silly, last week he was gone in the third minute after tangling with Parramatta rake Nathan Peats.

“No [I wasn’t worried], I’ve done all the right protocols, I’ve been in consultation with the Warriors doctor and NSW doctor and they’re quite comfortable with where I’m at, I’m quite comfortable with where I’m at,” Hoffman told NRL.com.

“If there were any concerns I’d certainly voice them but the protocols that are in place have worked and I’m feeling good.”

The Blues are without Paul Gallen, Anthony Watmough, Luke Lewis and others so the inclusion of Hoffman is a significant boost.