Casper Ankergren will return after missing the last two games with a hip injury, while Rui Marques is also set to be recalled after being away for a month with Angola in the Africa Cup of Nations. And Tresor Kandol is over his illness and should get a place in the 16.
Neil Kilkenny and Frazer Richardson are still doubtful with Gary McAllister mindful that his side face Nottingham Forest and Doncaster Rovers next week.
McAllister said: "Northampton are like most teams in this division, well organised and someone you have to respect. It is a league that is similar to the Championship in that we will have to win individual battles. And then hopefully go on and play."