Ashley Fletcher and Niall Ennis struck either side of half-time and at no point did Town threaten a comeback. Here are our player ratings from Sixfields...
1. Lee Burge
Not worked too much despite Blackpool's superiority. Can't be blamed for either goal. Had one moment of fortune when hesitating outside his box but McGowan came to the rescue... 6 Photo: Pete Norton
2. Tyler Magloire
Started well and won some good early tackles but found it increasingly difficult as the pace and movement of Blackpool pulled apart Town's defence. Carey in particular found pockets of space. Out-jumped by Fletcher for the opener and was hooked shortly after half-time... 5 Photo: Pete Norton
3. Max Dyche
Probably his worst game since coming into the side. Couldn't deal with the pace and physicality of Blackpool's front two, highlighted by the second goal when a relatively simple long ball dissected two defenders and saw Ennis race away... 5 Photo: Pete Norton
4. Aaron McGowan
The best of the back three, though still had a tough time of it. The left channel was a problem area for Cobblers in the first half as Blackpool targeted the space between him and Pinnock. Goal-line clearance kept Cobblers in the game, albeit only fleetingly... 5.5 Photo: Pete Norton