Neil Critchley’s side will need to be much improved from Tuesday night’s disappointing defeat at Deepdale.
Here, using data provided by FiveThirtyEight we’ve taken a look at how a supercomputer is predicting how the rest of the Championship will unfold:
7. Middlesbrough - 73 points
Chris Wilder's side are expected to just miss out on a play-off spot. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
8. Blackburn Rovers - 71 points
Saturday's opponents have dropped down the table in recent weeks. Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
9. Millwall - 67 points
Gary Rowett's side are set to finish in the top 10. Photo: CameraSport - Mick Walker
10. West Brom - 67 points
It's been a disappointing campaign for the Baggies. Photo: CameraSport - Kevin Barnes
11. QPR - 66 points
Mark Warburton's side have slipped out of the play-offs in recent weeks. Photo: CameraSport - Ashley Western
12. Swansea City - 64 points
Swansea's results have improved since Russell Martin's side lost at Bloomfield Road. Photo: CameraSport - Kevin Barnes