By Paul Rees

Exeter are confident that the decision to change their defensive system will not jeopardise Henry Slade’s place in the England side.
Slade has led England’s defence since the start of the year as it was almost identical to Exeter’s system.
But both have changed their defence coaches since the summer.
At national level Joe El-Abd has replaced Felix Jones, who handed in his notice after the summer tour to New Zealand, while the Chiefs recently parted company with Omar Mouneimne.
Same Role
“The role Henry will play in our system will not change,” said Rob Baxter, Exeter’s directo...