In a narrow contest with some controversial goals, it was Johannes Hoff Thorup's side who took the three points courtesy of a Borja Sainz hat-trick.
Norwich were the side to strike first late in the first half, going into the break with a certain swagger about themselves, yet it was short lived as Craig Forsyth was able to find an equaliser in the 60th minute bringing a sense of calm to Pride Park.
Finding the back of the net again twice in concession was Norwich City from the Spanish winger twice more completing his hat-trick in epic fashion. Derby clawed back a goal in the 91st minute from a lately subbed on Corey Blackett-Taylor however it was too little too late for Paul Warne's side.
Derby County player ratings
Jacob Zetterström-5
The young Swede was not able to continue his recently impressive form so far in the championship giving up three goals from five shots on target, regardless of the level that isn't a positive result for any goal keeper.
His defence were not perfect but at the same time more was expected from him on Saturday, confidence appeared to be an issue after the first conceded shot.
Ryan Nyambe-6
An average performance as a whole with a fair few interceptions in order to counter Norwich and their attempts in pushing up the field, also was able to contribute a long ball through the middle which unfortunately came to no avail.
The quick snappy passes from Nyambe were a noticeable essence of his game on Saturday afternoon.
Curtis Neilson-5
A lacklustre effort from the 31-year-old Englishman today as it seemed the desire needed to spark The Rams back into this game was not found in the centre back either.
Playing a full 90 minutes the majority of passes were completed, however only successfully distributed around half of his desired long balls, against a clinical Norwich side this wasn't good enough.
Eiran Cashin-8
The best performance from Cashin this season by far, two incredible tackles in the box including a sliding pass interception to prevent an easy tap in for The Yellows which would have further extended their lead.
Amongst his defensive strength, the Irish native was also able to increase Norwich's heart rate a few times with three shots, including an absolute howitzer from far out which struck the crossbar but that is as far as it went in terms of Cashin's goal chances.
Craig Forsyth-8.5
Despite the result, the Derby County veteran was able to mark his 300th league appearance in style with the equalling goal from a hard and low strike as well as gaining an assist on the later second goal from The Rams.
The left back performed well up and down the field for 90 minutes, however his offensive capability really shined during the game.
Kenzo Goudmijn-7
The Dutchman is no stranger to scoring goals, however the match against Norwich was not one for him to continue his goals, having said that the centre mid was able to contribute a shot on target as well as blocking one shot.
Despite the yellow card which could be argued against, it was a collectively solid performance from the 22 year old as he was able to defend as well as he usually performs offensively.
Ben Osborn-6
A mediocre performance from the English midfielder by completing roughly less than his attempted long balls and crosses.
Yet his average passes were solid from Osborn leading to two decently dangerous chances for The Rams.
Ebou Adams-7
Repeatedly performing well for Paul Warne's side so far this season, Adams had another good game recovering a fair few balls from Norwich's few errors in order to give Derby back possession.
The centre mid was able to win almost all his duels both on the ground and in the air during his 81 minute efforts on Saturday afternoon.
Kayden Jackson-7
The initial hope provider for Derby County came from a close call via Jackson's right foot which proved to be a wake up call for Norwich, just a few inches to the left and Jackson would have been off to the corner flag in celebration however it was not to be this time.
Later on in the second half the winger would go down due to a shove coming from a yellow shirt behind him on the edge of the box.
Exclaiming for a penalty however no such decision was given.
Nathaniel Mendez-Lang-6.5
His speed and footwork continue to be a danger for any opposition as Derby's first proper chance came from Mendez-Lang blazing down the left to then curling a ball into Kayden Jackson who unfortunately could not connect enough to score.
Other than a few extra passes and a fair few touches in the oppositions box the Guatemalan international wasn't able to contribute anything too impressive on the scoresheet compared to how he can usually perform.
Jerry Yates-5.5
By no means was it a bad match by the 27-year-old striker, however when amongst two other forwards being Nathaniel Mendez Lang and Kayden Jackson having noticeable games it was difficult to see anything special from Yates.
Only being able to complete one successful dribble and being disposed twice it will be a match to be seen as a learning trial for Yates as well as the rest of The Derbyshire side.
Substitutes
Kane Wilson-6
A fairly average 19 minutes from the English right back, was able to complete all tackles with 100% success rate and helped move the ball in the dying minutes of the contest.
Marcus Harness-6.5
Another substitute who played for less than 20 minutes however the player on loan from Ipswich was able to create two chances late on and also create two crosses which assisted in Derby's momentum in the last remaining minutes of the game.
Tawanda Chirewa-5
Achieved a yellow card and appeared eager to get involved more however not much came to pasture for the young striker.
Corey Blackett-Taylor-7.5
The 91 minute hero gave a glorious goal which in many other instances would have erupted Pride Park, a nice move to create space for himself on the left hand side of the box to then finish wonderfully to reduce the deficit.
James Colins-3.5
Nothing too convincing or discovering of a performance however it was too little time to determine what the striker could have added to the Saturday Afternoon fixture.
Josh Vickers-N/A
Nathaniel Philips-N/A
Sonny Bradley-N/A
Dajaune Brown-N/A
