The tough tests keep coming for the Lilywhites, who welcome fellow fast-starters Bristol City.
Paul Heckingbottom’s men sit fifth in the early-season standings on 11 points following last weekend’s 1-0 triumph against Derby County.
Meanwhile, the Robins, who occupy third in the table, will be looking to bounce back having suffered their first league defeat of the campaign against Oxford United on Sunday.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of this afternoon’s contest at Deepdale.
9. Robbie Brady - Out
Brady is another long-term absentee for the Lilywhites after undergoing surgery on a calf injury sustained in pre-season. | CameraSport - Lee Parker
10. Max Bird - Out
The 24-year-old missed the entirety of Bristol City’s pre-season due to a knee injury. The midfielder has suffered a set-back in training and will miss the trip to Lancashire with a knee issue. | Getty Images
11. Cam Pring - Out
The left-back remains out due to an ankle issue picked up in pre-season, which has seen him given a 9-12 week time-frame before a possible return. | Getty Images
12. Lewis Gibson - Doubt
The defender had to be withdrawn due to a neck spasm against Derby County last week but Heckingbottom has calmed fears and revealed Gibson is fit to feature against the Robins. | Camera Sport