The September transfer window is now well underway and supporters from both sides of the city can reflect on a hectic start to the season. Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday have both enjoyed good early moments but also been left disappointed, with points dropped during the opening four fixtures.
Chris Wilder’s Blades have come through a busy summer of ins and outs, building a squad many would deem good enough for a promotion push with almost nothing to spend. They remain unbeaten but have dropped points in games they really should have won.
Meanwhile, Wednesday came flying out the blocks with a 4-0 win over Plymouth Argyle but it's all been downhill since then. With that in mind, The Star has attempted to put a grade on the opening month at both Bramall Lane and Hillsborough, along with every other Championship team. Take a look below...
13. 12. QPR - D
Tipped as big climbers with a full season under the impressive Marti Cifuentes, but not quite lived up to expectation. The reality of a below-par squad ringing true. Photo: Alex Pantling
14. 11. Stoke City - B
Only defeats came against two of the top three, with 1-0 victories over Coventry and Plymouth a steady showing. | Getty Images
15. 10. Derby County
Tipped to be the main strugglers from those coming into the Championship but proved a few people wrong with great wins over Middlesbrough and Bristol City. A strong start for Paul Warne's men. | Getty Images
16. 9. Oxford United - A
Defeats have been unfortunate and victories convincing, with two-a-piece. Des Buckingham working early wonders with the lowest-value squad in the Championship by some distance. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images