In the meantime, we've had a look at some of the most interesting stats from the 2019/20, and - with data from the FA - put together League One's 'dirtiest teams' ranking, which is based on cautions and dismissals, which provide the points totals. Here's where Sunderland and their divisional rivals rank:
5. Burton Albion - 242 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 50. Dismissals: 4. Photo: Alex Davidson
6. Doncaster Rovers - 248 disciplinary points
Games: 34. Cautions: 56. Dismissals: 2. Photo: Lewis Storey
7. AFC Wimbledon - 248 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 57. Dismissals: 2. Photo: Alex Davidson
8. Rotherham United - 258 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 59. Dismissals: 35. Photo: Lewis Storey