Steve Bruce’s side sit dangerously close to the relegation places as just two points separate them and 18th place Fulham.
With two wins in 19 and just three points collected from three very winnable games against Wolves, West Brom and Aston Villa, the Magpies really are the victims of their own downfall.
Indeed, defeat to relegation rivals Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday could begin to spell disaster.
There is a real sense of fear that United are in line for their third relegation under Mike Ashley’s deplorable 14-year tenure.
But do others share fans’ Championship nightmare? Scroll and click through our gallery as the final Premier League table is predicted:
9. 9th - Everton - 58 points
A tad underwhelming for Everton given they sit five points off the top four but Carlo Ancelotti’s side do seem a little inconsistent, especially after home defeats to Burnley, Fulham and Newcastle this year. Photo: Clive Brunskill
10. 10th - Aston Villa - 55 points
A top-half finish would represent real progression for Villa after only retaining their Premier League status on the final day of last season. Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL
11. 11th - Leeds United - 48 points
48 points for Leeds? They’ll snap your hands off. Marcelo Bielsa’s side have become one of the most entertaining sides in the division and long may it continue. Photo: Gareth Copley
12. 12th - Wolves - 47 points
Perhaps at the start of the season, a few would have contested this prediction but given how Wolves’ campaign has played out, it sounds just about right. Photo: Alex Pantling