The 2005-06 campaign for Bradford delivered a season of mid-table consolidation as The Bantams finished a respectable 11th in League One. Spearheading the attack with a veteran's guile and trademark thunderbolt goals was the returning local hero, Dean Windass, whose 16 goals were a vital contribution. His presence at Valley Parade proved decisive in a campaign built on a strong start under Colin Todd and a rekindled connection with the fans, marking a solid, if ultimately non-promotional, step forward for the club.