The Canaries are looking to bounce back to the top flight after a disappointing season last year. Earnshaw is looking to provide the goals and Preston's new look back line will be tested.
The sides met earlier this year when an in form Preston won convincingly against a poor Norwich. However, things are likely to be much different this time. Old boy Etuhu may well figure although his tackle when we last played has still left Adam Nowland on the treatment table some eight months on.
Simpson will be looking for progression and a solid performance as he looks to build a good base for the future.