A number of highly-fancied teams came unstuck, but there were some dominant showings nevertheless. In the first installment of a new weekly feature, we take a deeper look at the performances and trends to establish who is on the way up, and who is badly losing momentum. The first leader in our League One power rankings is a side who have spent well and are led by a very familiar face….
5. 17. Burton Albion
A difficult summer in the transfer market so key players leave and untested loanees arrive. A lot of last season's momentum looked to have been lost and though Ipswich were difficult opponents, no goals and a defeat at the ground where they are usually so strong will have been deflating. Photo: Clive Mason
6. 16. AFC Wimbledon
Games against top-two challengers will not define Wimbledon's season but Rotherham were more than worthy of their late winner. Photo: Ker Robertson
7. 14. MK Dons
The unfortunate side forced to sit out the opening week of the season due to Bury's problems. Their summer business looks savvy and the visit of Shrewsbury this weekend will be a great test of their credentials. Photo: Pete Norton
8. 13. Gillingham
A decent result at home to Doncaster Rovers, impressing in the first half before losing the initiative in the second. Photo: Bryn Lennon