Late goals from Britt Assombalonga and Djed Spence sealed all three points for the Teessiders, extending the teams unbeaten run to seven games.
Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has dished out his marks following the match – scroll down and flick through the pages of our picture gallery to see how each player fared:
5. Djed Spence - 7
Saw a lot of the ball in the first half but wasn’t able to create many chances. Took his goal well in stoppage time. 7 Photo: Getty Images
6. Marcus Tavernier - 7
Boro’s best attacking threat for large spells. Looked comfortable in a wing-back position and made a crucial block to keep Coventry out. 7 Photo: Getty Images
7. Jonny Howson - 8
An assured display in the holding midfield role. Always seemed to be in the right position to win back possession. 8 Photo: Getty Images
8. Sam Morsy - 8
Tracked back defensively and showed good vision to play a decisive pass for Assombalonga’s opener. 8 Photo: Alex Pantling