Here’s how we rated the Owls players...
1. Cameron Dawson - 6
Couldn’t do much to stop Preston’s first goal, but tried to collect the ball as Lees jumped to head into his own net for their second. Things got worse when Browne put Preston 3-1 up in the second half. Photo: Steve Ellis
2. Dominic Iorfa - 5
Miscommunication with Matias left Robinson unmarked to deliver the cross for Preston’s opener. Contributed by galloping up the right flank and putting crosses in. Sent off for a rash challenge just as Wednesday got back in the game. Photo: Steve Ellis
3. Tom Lees - 5
Had the tricky task of marking Stockley and Robinson as he drifted inside from the wing. Miscommunication cost Wednesday a second goal as Lees’ header looped over Dawson. Was stronger as the game went on. Photo: Steve Ellis
4. Michael Hector - 6
Played a few risky balls in the first half and was unable to clear the ball as it came into the box for Preston’s second goal. Sent a cross into the box that eventually found Bannan who pulled one back for the Owls. Photo: Steve Ellis