The three teams most of us would have predicted to lead the way are doing just that. Only a single point separates RB Leipzig from Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.
But in terms of which individual players have dazzled so far, not everything has gone according to preseason expectations. So here's my assessment, position by position, of who has truly caught the eye in the early going.
Goalkeepers
It's tempting to always single out Manuel Neuer as he continues to make the case to be called best in the world due to his superior all-around game.