The Lilywhites hosted Huddersfield Town and claimed a point from the promotion chasers.
Preston now sit in 12th place and could be set for their own play-off bid as they sit four points off sixth, with matches against relegation contenders Peterborough United and Reading coming up.
Here are the best of today’s transfer rumours...
5. Ex-Hull boss to join Posh
Grant McCann has reportedly agreed to return to management with Peterborough United following the sacking of Darren Ferguson. The 41-year-old previously helped Posh win promotion to the Championship in 2011. (Peterborough Telegraph) Photo: James Gill - Danehouse
6. Tigers prepared to spend 'big money'
Hull City owner Acun Ilicali has admitted he is prepared to spend big money on a striker this summer. Keane Lewis-Potter is currently the Tigers' top scorer with seven goals. (The 72) Photo: Alex Livesey
7. Stoke City man to return to Millwall
Stoke City's head of recruitment Alex Aldridge is set to return to Millwall, two years after arriving at the bet365 Stadium from the London club. (StokeonTrentLive) Photo: James Gill - Danehouse