The Teessiders beat Coventry 2-0 on Tuesday and have now gone seven games unbeaten since an opening-day defeat at Watford.
But despite Boro’s good form, Warnock may rotate his squad during a congested fixture schedule.
Our Boro writer Joe Nicholson has picked the side he would start against Forest – scroll down and flick through the pages to see if you agree:
1. GK: Marcus Bettinelli
Kept his third clean sheet of the season against Coventry last time out. Photo: Alex Pantling
2. RB: Anfernee Dijksteel
Continues to impress in defence, whether he's playing in a back three or at right-back. Photo: Richard Heathcote
3. CB: Dael Fry
Was excellent yet again at Coventry and has been a commanding presence at the back. Photo: Alex Davidson
4. CB: Paddy McNair
Has continued to play in defence where he can dribble the ball out from the back. Photo: Getty Images