But they got it right when it mattered to complete a fantastic surival mission which had looked improbable at one point.
Here we look at some of the fans who were on the rollercoaster ride that season.
Take a look and see who you can spot.
41. Boro 1 Rams 0
Derby County fans watch the 1-0 by Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium. Photo: Craig Hawkhead/AHPIX LTD
42. Boro 1 Rams 0
Derby County fans watch the 1-0 by Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium. Photo: Craig Hawkhead/AHPIX LTD
43. Howard Roe AHPIX LTD [email protected] 07973739229 : Boro 1 Rams 0
Derby County fans watch the 1-0 by Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium. Photo: Craig Hawkhead/AHPIX LTD
44. Rams 2 Coventry 0
Derby County secured their second win in a row at Pride Park Stadium inside four days with a spirited 2-0 success over oventry City. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
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