Justin McNulty's side will be looking forward to a Midlands derby in the Leinster Championship next.
Concerns are being voiced about Laois' inconsistency heading into the final round of fixtures in the National Football League.
Justin McNulty's side have mixed some very promising performances with disappointing defeats to find the themselves with little to play for when they meet Down on Sunday.
Their promotion Division Three hopes were finally dashed by defeat to basement side Fermanagh last time out.
That comes despite a remarkable nine point win against promotion contenders and midlands rivals Westmeath in the previous round.
Midlands 103 commentator Jack Nolan says it's hard to get a read on this Laois team:
Throw in at Pairc Esler is set for 2pm on Sunday.
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