Lee Johnson’s men failed to overcome The Imps over two legs in the play-off semi-final and now face a fourth straight season in the third tier of English football.
But now that every club now knows their fate and where they’ll be playing next season, we took a look at how the data experts thought the table would look way back at the beginning of the season before the sacking of Phil Parkinson.
Did any of their League One predictions ring true in the end and which teams over and underachieved according to the predictions? Have a look at our list to find out...
1. Crewe Alexandra
Crewe Alexandra were predicted to finish 24th in League One by the data experts. In reality, Crewew Alexandra finished in 12th position in the third tier. Photo: Lewis Storey
2. AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon were predicted to finish 23rd and suffer relegation by the data experts. In reality, AFC Wimbledon finished 19th and avoided the drop. Photo: Alex Davidson
3. Northampton Town
Northampton Town were predicted to finish 22nd and suffer relegation by the data experts. In reality, Northampton Town finished in 22nd and were relegated. Photo: Pete Norton
4. Rochdale
Rochdale were predicted to finish 21st and suffer relegation by the data experts. In reality, Rochdale finished in 21st and were relegated. Photo: Nathan Stirk