That is possible of any team so it is stupid argument to put forward realistically they only have to win 1 game more than the 3 teams above them, to make the play off and all 4 will be playing each other so all cant get maximum points, so it is very feasible they could make a late run as...
That cant happen though they cant all win their remaining games because they still have to play each other plus the teams above them. An good winning run would put them well in the reckoning and one would assume the incoming manager will be given funds in January to strengthen. This must be...
Sensible time to sack a manager as he can bring in the players he wants in January to make a late run for promotion and enough time between now and January to look at his squad and decide on replacements.