It’s a relentless running approach so squad management will be vital especially for a team now about to embark on three away games in eight days.
It starts with a tough one at high-fliers Huddersfield Town on Tuesday night and I would make changes to the starting XI to freshen things up without abandoning the high-risk football which has accompanied the appointment of Savage as manager.
It’s a 4-2-3-1 formation...
1. ALEX BASS
Took too much stick for Burton's weekend wonder goal and wasn't given enough praise for a great save soon afterwards. There aren't many better goalkeepers in League One. Photo: DAVID LOWNDES
2. CARL JOHNSTON
He's a dynamic presence at right-back and well suited to Savage ball. Photo: Joe Dent
3. HARLEY MILLS
The left-back is thriving under the new boss. An improved defender and the attacking quality has returned. Photo: s
4. LUCCA MENDONCA
He could have done better with the first Burton goal on Saturday, but he is well worth his place. A strong central defender who is good on the ball. Photo: Leila Coker