Again the Rams failed to capitalise on having dominated possession. The inability to make the most of dominating play could well prove costly come the end of the season.
Ben Davies saw an early chance denied by the home keeper and in the 19th minute Danny Haynes put Charlton ahead with a cracking strike from 25 yards. Such was the quality of the shot it is certainly going to be a contender for goal of the season.
Robinson, Tyson and Hughes all saw efforts saved by Hamer and the home side went in ahead at the break.
The game became a real competitive affair with both sides playing some neat football.
Ward came on as a second half substitute for Tyson early in the second half and in the 71st minute saw his name being added to the scoresheet. Morrison handled inside the penalty area and Derby were awarded a penalty that was duly converted by Ward. Morrison received his marching orders for having gotten a second yellow card for the offence.
Despite pressurising the Charlton defence in the last quarter hour, Derby were unable to find a winning goal.
Jamie Ward's appearance was to be a brief cameo as he was withdrawn minutes after scoring due to his hamstring tightening.
A draw wasn't a bad result, but the inability to make possession count is costing Derby. Next up is a tricky looking game with Middlesbrough.
Derby County: Legzdins; Brayford, Keogh, O’Connor, Roberts; Coutts, Hendrick, Hughes (Ward 68) (Jacobs 83), Davies; Robinson, Tyson (Sammon 65).
Subs Not Used: Fielding, Doyle, Freeman, O’Brien.
Charlton Athletic: Hamer; Solly, Cort, Morrison, Evina; Wilson, Pritchard, Stephens (Dervite 73), Jackson; Haynes (Wright-Phillips 35), Kermorgant (Fuller 85).
Subs Not Used: Sullivan, Kerkar, Hulse, Wagstaff.
Man of the match - Michael Jacobs
Attendance: 17,761 (1,372 Visiting Supporters).
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