Despite the 3-1 home loss to Queens Park Rangers on Saturday, Preston retained their place in the Championship play-off spots as they look to reach the Premier League under Alex Neil.
It was a disappointing afternoon which allowed teams such as Bristol City, Cardiff City, Millwall and Swansea City to close the gap. There are now just six points separating eight teams for the final play-off spot.
We look at some of the key statistics from the weekend relating to Preston and sides around them in the Championship table, as well as the individual players who shone or struggled elsewhere in the division.
9. Flop of the weekend - Matthew Pennington - Hull City
It was a difficult weekend for all associated with the Tigers for the second week running. Pennington struggled in the 5-1 defeat at Stoke City. He was involved in just one defensive duel and lost it despite playing in the middle of the defence. | Getty Images Photo: Ashley Allen