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:
13. Blackpool - 290 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 64. Dismissals: 3. Photo: Lewis Storey
14. Bristol Rovers - 298 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 69. Dismissals: 2. Photo: Harry Trump
15. MK Dons - 302 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 64. Dismissals: 4. Photo: Pete Norton
16. Oxford United - 304 disciplinary points
Games: 35. Cautions: 76. Dismissals: 0. Photo: Michael Steele