As we enter the final 10 games of the season, the Cobblers are sixth in the table with 58 points, three inside the play-off positions and six behind automatic promotion. Here's a look at what they might need to consolidate their current position or, potentially, sneak into the top three (with the average points tallies revealed at the end)...
9. 2017/18 - 75 and 84
Seventh spot went to Lincoln City with 75 points while Wycombe claimed the last automatic promotion place with 84 and Accrington Stanley (93) impressively won the title. | Getty
10. 2018/19 - 71 and 79
Last season, Newport County's superb late dash secured a play-off place with 71 points while MK Dons beat Mansfield on the final day to finish on 79 points for third place. Lincoln topped the table with 85. | Getty
11. What does this mean for the Cobblers?
On average, 71.4 points have been needed to reach the play-offs and 82.3 for third place. That would mean Cobblers require four wins and two draws from their final 10 games for seventh or 24 points out of a possible 30 for third. | Getty