Smith really has nothing to prove
OWEN Farrell out, Marcus Smith in – it really is that simple.
Farrell inhibits Smith by standing at first receiver in games when they play together. And with Farrell at 10, England are too slow and lacking in attacking imagination.
Smith has not had the quick ball he needs from Youngs or the England pack, or a proper 12 to play off.
If England want to play an attacking game the choice is clear.
Sending Smith back to Quins to prove himself ? He has done that for four years!
