Liam Lindsay and Max Bird were both given straight red cards, the former getting his marching orders after just half an hour.
Here’s how we rated the players at Pride Park...
5. Andrew Hughes - 6
Continued to be his consistent self in this game and got forward well as a left back at the start of the game. Was rarely beaten and otherwise did fine. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
6. Ben Whiteman - 5
Looked tidy in possession early doors but PNE failed to win the midfield battle or keep the ball for any extended periods in the game. Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
7. Daniel Johnson - 5
Like Whiteman, he was ineffectual at Pride Park. Was moved out to left wing back after Lindsay's sending off which is not his position and it showed. Manfully kept position but limits his impact on the game massively. Photo: CameraSport - Mick Walker
8. Alan Browne - 5
A poor day for the North End captain, could not keep possession and was generally bested in the middle of the park. Plenty of effort from the Irishman but little end product. Photo: Richard Sellers