Hear what you are saying but I do not know if you watched the match at Boro in the cup & I thought he played exactly the role you describe in that match , he led the line, worked hard off the ball & scored an excellent goal , next league match he was back on the bench , I really do think he has had a raw deal
Three head coaches now and not one either doesn’t trust or rate Schmidt enough to play him on a regular basis .Best for everyone if we get shut in January and make room in the squad .