Cobblers, who start by hosting Port Vale at Sixfields, have had a busy summer, but how are their rivals shaping up for the new campaign? We take a detailed look at all 24 clubs here...
9. Harrogate Town
Manager: Simon Weaver. Home ground: Wetherby Road. Promotion odds: 7/1. Last season's finish: 17th.
Signings: Alex Pattison, Danilo Orsi, Rory McArdle, Luke Armstrong, Calvin Miller, Nathan Sheron, Lewis Page, Mark Oxley.
One to watch: Luke Armstrong. Prediction: 18th.
10. Hartlepool United
Manager: Dave Challinor. Home ground: Victoria Park. Promotion odds: 8/1.
Last season's finish: 4th (National League). Signings: Martin Smith, Reagan Ogle, Olufela Olomola, Neill Byrne, Mark Cullen. One to watch: Mark Shelton. Prediction: 23rd.
11. Leyton Orient
Manager: Kenny Jackett. Home ground: Brisbane Road. Promotion odds: 10/3. Last season's finish: 11th. Signings: Connor Wood, Darren Pratley, Omar Beckles, Paul Smyth, Aaron Drinan, Tom James, Harry Smith.
One to watch: Harry Smith. Prediction: 11th.
12. Mansfield Town
Manager: Nigel Clough. Home ground: One Call Stadium. Promotion odds: 11/4. Last season's finish: 16th. Signings: Stephen Quinn, Elliott Hewitt, Danny Johnson, George Shelvey (loan), Oliver Hawkins, Nathan Bishop (loan), Rhys Oates, Ryan Burke, Ryan Stirk (loan).
One to watch: Oliver Hawkins. Prediction: 10th.