County must now ensure they secure a top seven finish when they travel to Harrogate Town this weekend.
The faltering Magpies are just three points above Colchester United with two games to go, but with a much superior goal difference.
Below Notts, Grimsby Town, Salford, Colchester and Chesterfield are all in the wings waiting for any more slip-ups.
Here a supercomputer – produced by footballwebpages.co.uk – has predicted which sides are destined for the top seven.
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5. Walsall
75pts (+20) Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD

6. AFC Wimbledon
71pts (+20) Photo: Getty Images

7. Salford City
69pts (+10) Photo: Getty Images

8. Colchester United
69pts (+6) Photo: Getty Images
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