Alex Neil's Lilywhites stand an excellent chance of making the play-offs, and will look to kick on and take further steps towards earning a spot in the Premier League once the season recommences. Here's a look at how the Preston boss' career win record shapes up against every other current second tier coach.
21. Danny Cowley - Huddersfield Town
Current career win percentage: 51.7%. Best record: Lincoln City. (53.3%). Worst record: Huddersfield Town (34.4%). Photo: George Wood
22. Mark Warburton - QPR
Current career win percentage: 52.1%. Best record: Rangers (65.9%). Worst record: QPR (36.6%). Photo: Lewis Storey
23. Steve Cooper - Swansea City
Current career win percentage: 57.4%. Best record: England U17s (69.7%). Worst record: Swansea City (36.6%). Photo: Jordan Mansfield
24. Phillip Cocu - Derby County
Current career win percentage: 59.3%. Best record: PSV (65.45%). Worst record: Fenerbahce (20%). Photo: Nathan Stirk