England are enduring a difficult period and have won just two of their last five Six Nations matches, with the recent wins against Italy and Wales doing little to alleviate the pressure.
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The RFU board are understood to be convinced that Steve Borthwick is the right man for the role having replaced Eddie Jones in December, but they accept it may be a struggle against the likes of France and Ireland.
Several big names have underperformed for England in the opening two rounds, whose significant squad shake up under the new head coach has failed to provide the desired results or performances to date.
Here are three England pllayers who are massively underperforming this Six Nations.
#1. Owen Farrell – England
Age: 31
Position: Fly-half/Centre
Average rating: 6 (Mail Online)
With his goal kicking success at an all-time low, the England skippers form has not replicated his club form with Saracens.
Farrell is in need of a big performance against France to shut up the vocal section of fans who want Marcus Smith to displace Farrell.
Will Farrell be at his sharpshooting best in Round Four, against France at Twickenham?
vs Scotland – 6/10: “Couple of big hits on Finn Russell and involved in England’s best attacking moments.”
vs Italy – 6/10: “Looked comfortable at No 10 but kicking stunted attacks in the second half. Goal kicking must improve.”
vs Wales – 6/10: “Not best day with the kicking tee but ran England’s improved attack with aplomb.”
