Eight unbeaten but winless in three...Sunderland went into the international break still top of the Championship but on the back of three straight draws.
So what did we learn from the QPR, Preston and Coventry draws? And what questions need answering when play resumes.
We also have an early look ahead to January and discuss one obvious contract priority.
And we add to the love for Tony Mowbray after the former Sunderland boss opened up on his battle with cancer.
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