Town have played better than their league position (17th) suggests, winning four and losing six – all by just one goal – of their opening 11 league games. They are just three points off the top 10 and currently five above the bottom four. Here’s how we grade every player so far (minimum three league starts)….
5. Sam Sherring
Made the step up to League One look relatively straightforward. Defensively excellent and his passing from the back has been a key feature of Cobblers' play in possession... A Photo: Pete Norton
6. Jon Guthrie
Only the top two in League One have conceded fewer goals than the Cobblers this season and their captain is a big reason for that excellent defensive record. They've shipped just eight goals in the nine games he's started this season... A Photo: Pete Norton
7. Manny Monthé
Started three league games but featured in all 11 and has done a good job when called upon... B Photo: Pete Norton
8. Jack Sowerby
Was enjoying a good start to the season before suffering injury against Port Vale. He has the highest pass accuracy of any Cobblers player and formed a strong partnership with Leonard... B+ Photo: Pete Norton