Gary Rowett has issued a frank assessment of his sideâs struggles, insisting there has been no attempt within the dressing room to deflect blame onto the clubâs points deduction.
Speaking candidly, Rowett made it clear the players have taken responsibility for their performances during a difficult spell, rather than pointing to off-field circumstances as an excuse for their position.

âIâve never heard the players saying itâs all the clubâs fault for the points deduction. Theyâve accepted theyâve not been good enoughâ
It is a message that underlines a broader theme emerging from the camp: accountability. Rowettâs comments suggest a group aware of its shortcomings, but still searching for the necessary response on the pitch.
The manager also pointed towards the physical and mental demands of the Championship, highlighting what he believes has been lacking in recent displays.
âIt comes down to that extra drive, that physicality you need in the championshipâ
Such remarks reflect a concern that his side have fallen short in key areas that often define success in the division.
The Championshipâs relentless schedule and intensity require not only technical quality but resilience and consistencyâtraits Rowett clearly feels must improve.
With the season unfolding, the challenge now is whether those lessons can be translated into results quickly enough to change the narrative.