Reds give Tate the nod

TATE McDermott is the spark who can fix the Reds’ slow starts when it’s needed most to beat the Brumbies on Sunday.

The change at halfback should have been made before now but the case is now irresistible for this crunch clash at Suncorp Stadium.

McDermott’s quick-tap nous and willingness to make a fast dart into the biggest opposition forwards to get his own pack rolling forward is just what the Reds need.

The Reds have made slow starts in all four games, including the 0-10 opening against the Crusaders and idling to 12-21 against the Waratahs.