The Magpies also have a glamour FA Cup quarter-final tie with Manchester City to contend with. Here's how Steve Bruce's men compare to their relegation rivals and also how the bookies rate the race for the top five places.
Scroll down and click through to see the latest odds from Sky Bet.
5. WOLVES
Currently sixth and 10/3 to reach the top five Photo: Nathan Stirk
6. MANCHESTER UNITED
Currently fifth and 4/9 for a top five spot Photo: Michael Regan
7. SHEFFIELD UNITED
Currently seventh and 13/2 for a top five spot Photo: Nigel Roddis
8. TOTTENHAM
Currently eighth and 9/2 for a top five finish Photo: Stu Forster