We've got to start again, says Jay DeMerit

Watford must go back to the drawing board, according to captain Jay DeMerit after their 1-0 defeat to Derby.

"We never got going," admitted DeMerit, who was making his first start since August after having eye surgery. "We're disappointed with the way we played and we have to get back to the drawing board."

Neil Warnock revealed half his Crystal Palace squad were struck down by illness ahead of his return to Sheffield United, but had no complaints about the 2-0 defeat.

Warnock said: "The best team won, we weren't good enough. It's disappointing but five of my players have got sickness and diarrhoea."

Brentford manager Andy Scott laughed off complaints from Leeds boss Simon Grayson following their 0-0 draw. Scott said: "I think Simon's clutching at straws if he's trying to blame the pitch."

Millwall manager Kenny Jackett hailed striker Steve Morison after his two goals secured a 2-1 win over Walsall. He said: "Steve's got pace and power and is starting to go on a run now."