The Owls extended their crazy five-month unbeaten run to 21 games on Saturday with a 1-0 victory over Peterborough United, and also kept their 20th clean sheet of the campaign as they won a seventh game in a row at Hillsborough.
Darren Moore’s side have picked up 31 points from the last 33 available, and various different players have stepped up during that time to make sure that Wednesday could leapfrog their opponents and climb to the top of the table.
We had a look through WhoScored’s database for the Owls’ League One campaign so far, and this is how the list of top-rated players look after 33 games played.
WhoScored use statistics to determine performance - and testament to the club’s collective effort this year only one Owl is in the top 20 of average ratings.
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9. Michael Smith - 7.07
Has contributed so much to Wednesday’s success... His goals are one thing, but also just the way that he brings others into the game with his endeavour. Top stat: 11 league goals Photo: Laurence Griffiths
10. Akin Famewo - 7.13
He’s been fantastic since returning from injury. Brings excellent balance to the side, and his ability on the ball has really shone through as well as his defensive efforts. Top stat: 1.6 interceptions per game | Steve Ellis
11. Ben Heneghan - 7.21
Losing him was a real blow for the Owls, but they’ve managed to keep up their impressive clean sheet run even with all the changes. Top stat: 5.2 clearances per game Photo: Steve Ellis
12. Barry Bannan - 7.38
The skipper is among the highest rated players in the division, with his 7.38 average putting him third in the whole league. Top stat: 3.3 key passes per game Photo: Steve Ellis Steve Ellis