Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has claimed his side are unlikely to make the top six, but with just six points separating them from the play-off places, a few wins against their rivals could see them in the mix. Here's how the latest data algorithm (via FiveThirtyEight) has predicted the final Championship table will look at the end of the season:
1. 24th: Wycombe Wanderers
Points total: 35. You've really got to feel for Wycombe fans, who barely got to see any of their side's first ever Championship campaign live in the stadium. Coming back up next season could be a struggle, too. Photo: Catherine Ivill
2. 23rd: Sheffield Wednesday
Points total: 42. The Owls are tipped to pick up another ten points before the end of the season, but that isn't enough to secure their survival. Even without their six point deduction, they'd have been relegated in this simulation. Photo: Alex Pantling
3. 22nd: Birmingham City
Points total: 46. Despite Lee Bowyer coming in to shake things up, the Supercomputer is unmoved by the former player's return, and condemns the Blues to relegation. Photo: Alex Morton
4. 21st: Coventry City
Points total: 49. A huge result for the Mark Robins' side, who hang on to their Championship status by the skin of their sky blue teeth. They'll be looking to go from strength to strength when they return to the Ricoh Arena next season. Photo: Clive Mason