Preston North End will know a lot more about their play-off credentials after March - which sees five fixtures come the Lilywhites' way.
It's Hull City at home first, before a long away trip to Southampton n midweek. PNE then host Stoke City, with an even longer away day at Lowe's former club, Plymouth Argyle, to follow. After the international break, Rotherham United provide the final test of the month, at Deepdale.
Here, we take a look at the five upcoming games and opponents.
5. Rotherham United (H) - March 29
There are no easy games in the Championship, but there are certainly easier ones. The Millers do look doomed and after a couple of weeks off, to rest and recharge, North End should be raring to go for this one. But, Rotherham are never a team to take lightly and they have caused PNE some problems in the last few years. It's a good game for Preston to go and attack, with the aim of - whatever has happened in the four games prior - starting on a positive note post-international break. | Getty Images