Paul Ince’s side drop from 46 points to 40, which leaves them hovering just a point above the bottom three.
Unsurprisingly, odds on the Royals being relegated to League One have since been slashed by bookmakers.
1. Concerned
Paul Ince's side are now just a point above the relegation zone Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
2. QPR - 7/2
Gareth Ainsworth's side currently sit 18th, three points clear of the bottom three. Photo: CameraSport - David Horton
3. Cardiff City - 3/1
The Blueburds are hovering above the bottom three on goal difference only, albeit with a game in hand. Photo: CameraSport - Kevin Barnes
4. Rotherham United - 5/2
Matt Taylor's side are currently 19th, two points above the relegation zone. Photo: CameraSport - Mick Walker