Just ten points separate Gareth Ainsworth’s Wycombe int he second automatic promotion spot, from Rochdale all the way down in 17th. That Brian Barry-Murphy’s side were able to arrest a worrying run of form with a crucial win at the weekend underlined just what an unpredictable division this continues to be. In the two matchdays since our last instalment of the power rankings, there have also been a number of managerial developments that will no doubt have repercussions for the rest of the campaign...
17. 7. Bristol Rovers (+2)
Their long term form under Graham Coughlan is very good and means they have to be considered genuine play-off contenders at this point. Their 1-0 win over MK Dons summed it up, a resolute and reliable defence powering their rise up the table. Photo: Alex Davidson
18. 6. Rotherham (+5)
Expected to challenge this season, their early inconsistency came as something of a surprise. Games against Coventry City and Blackpool looked challenging but to deliver six points and six goals could be a pivotal moment in the campaign. Photo: George Wood
19. 5. Fleetwood Town (-3)
Many felt they were the side best placed to end Ispwich's impressive run, but Paul Lambert's side delivered a characterstically resolute 1-0 win, after Joey Barton said it was the worst group of players Portman Road had ever had. Barton's side performed relatively well, and remain very much contenders. Photo: Alex Livesey
20. 4. Oxford United (+4)
Were frustrated to twice give up a goal lead and draw away at Accrington Stanley, but John Coleman said he felt that was the best side he had seen so far this season. They then went on to put three past a heavily-fancied Doncaster side, and now have scored twice or more in seven of their last eight games. Hugely impressive. Photo: Alex Burstow