The fixtures are coming thick and fast for PNE, who are in action for the third time this week as they face Leicester City at Deepdale this afternoon.
The Lilywhites began their Championship campaign with a 1-1 draw against QPR last week, with Milutin Osmajic on the scoresheet at Loftus Road.
North End were then in action on Tuesday evening, beating League Two outfit Barrow 1-0 in the first round of the Carabao Cup.
Focus now returns to the league for PNE, with the newly-relegated Foxes making the trip to Lancashire this afternoon.
Marti Cifuentes’ men edged past Sheffield Wednesday on the opening day, with Wout Faes’ strike securing a 2-1 win.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news for both sides ahead of today’s Championship contest at Deepdale.
9. Robbie Brady - Out
Brady is another member of Heckingbottom’s side who will be sidelined this afternoon as he continues his recovery from a calf issue sustained in pre-season. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
10. Daniel Jebbison - Out
The Bournemouth loanee will be absent for up to a month after sustaining a hamstring issue during a private session with a personal trainer ahead of the new season. Heckingbottom was far from impressed with the striker's injury as he vented his frustration over the summer signing’s setback. | Camera Sport
11. Harry Souttar - Out
Souttar is another player unavailable to Cifuentes for this afternoon’s contest as he remains absent with a knee issue. The central defender is continuing his return from an ACL injury and is expected to complete his comeback in October. | Getty Images