That togetherness has helped Argyle amass 36 points since the turn of the year – only promoted Lincoln City have picked up more since 1 January.
Their victory against Barnsley on Easter Monday, along with Reading’s last-gasp defeat by Lincoln, pushed Argyle up to seventh and within touching distance of the play-off places in a dramatic turnaround in form.
Despite Exeter’s precarious position at the other end of the table, Edwards says full focus is on themselves.
“It’s about us, we’ve got stuff to play for this season,” he added.
“We know what they’re fighting for – which adds to the occasion – but I think going into the game it’s all about us and how we can win the game.”
Pilgrims boss Tom Cleverley will take charge of his 51st game since arriving last summer.
“It’s obviously a huge occasion for the area, and for our city especially, and the fact that both clubs are fighting for things that are really important to each club respectfully makes for a great day,” he said.
“We know we’ve got a wrong to put right from earlier on in the season. Losing the previous derby has not sat right for the whole season. I have no doubts – we’ll be intense, we’ll be energetic.
“We know what we have to do to give us the best chance.”
