Yep. And as long as we end up within 10pts of the playoffs, AP has a good argument and has won a moral victory.
But the manner in which we finish this league campaign will give a strong indicator of how the next will proceed. Finishing strongly is essential. So whilst I support giving AP until Xmas, if we finish this season limp-wristed with a squeak, I would not be surprised if NC wielded the axe over the summer.