Cobblers start their own campaign at Wigan Athletic the following afternoon, and in what looks an open and competitive renewal of the third tier, we have a go at predicting where every team will finish...

1. Luton Town
Manager: Matt Bloomfield. Last season's finish: 22nd (Championship). Key signings: Nahki Wells, Josh Keeley, Hakeem Odoffin. Title odds: 7/2 Photo: Pete Norton

2. Bolton Wanderers
Manager: Steven Schumacher. Last season's finish: 8th. Key signings: Thierry Gale, Ethan Erhahon, Sam Dalby. Title odds: 10/1 Photo: Gareth Copley

3. Huddersfield Town
Manager: Lee Grant. Last season's finish: 10th. Key signings: Alfie May, Lynden Gooch, Marcus Harness. Title odds: 7/1 Photo: George Wood

4. Blackpool
Manager: Steve Bruce. Last season's finish: 9th. Key signings: Fraser Horsfall, George Honeyman, Michael Ihiekwe. Title odds: 12/1 Photo: Ben Roberts Photo

