According to their performance
Huddersfield - A
There was so much pressure on Huddersfield going to Selhurst Park, so to go and win 3-0 was fantastic. They couldn't have asked for much more. Absolutely fantastic.
Huddersfield lead the class after their stunning Premier League debut win
Huddersfield lead the class after their stunning Premier League debut win
Burnley - A
Fantastic. The only negative was that conceded a couple of goals but to overcome their away troubles of last season at the home of the champions was incredible.
Man Utd - A
West Ham's poor performance is the only reason for not giving United an A. All of their top players performed and it was great for Romelu Lukaku to get two goals, he'll be a threat this season for sure.
Romelu Lukaku scored twice on his debut and says it was a promising start to the season after Man Utd's 4-0 victory over West Ham at Old Trafford
Romelu Lukaku scored twice on his debut and says it was a promising start to the season after Man Utd's 4-0 victory over West Ham at Old Trafford
Arsenal - B
It's hard to give Arsenal anything more than a B because they conceded three goals, but they deserve credit for persevering, Olivier Giroud scored a fine winner.
Everton - B
By all accounts Everton should have won by more goals. I was delighted to see Wayne Rooney get back on the scoresheet and seal a solid start to the season.
Wayne Rooney celebrates after scoring the first goal of his second spell at Everton
Wayne Rooney celebrates after scoring the first goal of his second spell at Everton
Man City - B
City made hard work of beating Brighton and should have had a few more goals. They've got to build on that and embark on a run similar to the one they had at the start of last season.
Tottenham - B
They didn't play overly well but had a lot of chances towards the end. To return to the scene of their heavy defeat of the 2015/16 season makes a good result even sweeter.
Dele Alli celebrates scoring the opening goal at St James' Park
Dele Alli celebrates scoring the opening goal at St James' Park
West Brom - B
Three points and a set piece goal - usual stuff from West Brom. It's a good result for them to start the season.
Newcastle - B-
By all accounts, Newcastle held their own until Jonjo Shelvey's dismissal. It's a poor result but you've got to factor in the sending off against a good Tottenham team.
Watford - B-
Watford did well up to a point and kept battling away to get the equaliser at the death, but they were a little disjointed at times, not helped by two injuries they picked up in the first half. Overall, they will be pleased with a point against Liverpool.
Bournemouth - C
I was a little bit disappointed with Bournemouth. They have still got to sort out the striking situation, whether they prefer Jermain Defoe, Joshua King or Benik Afobe. They have options but they have to find a system that works.
Ahmed Hegazi scored West Brom's winner against Bournemouth
Ahmed Hegazi scored West Brom's winner against Bournemouth
Brighton - C
Class told against one of the best teams in Europe, let alone England. Brighton would not have expected much from this game so they just need to move on.
Leicester - C
Leicester made a good fist of things in their first away game of the season, the Emirates is a tough place to go. They led twice against Arsenal so they will be disappointed not to get anything from the game, but there is certainly room for optimism going forward.
Jamie Vardy blamed a lapse in concentration for Leicester relinquishing their lead against Arsenal
Jamie Vardy blamed a lapse in concentration for Leicester relinquishing their lead against Arsenal
Liverpool - C
Liverpool deserve an A for going forward and an E for defending. They've got all the talent in the world but they are all over the place defensively. I don't like zonal marking and they still need players - a goalkeeper and some defenders.
Southampton - C
Southampton have carried on not being to score from last season. There is no lack of effort there, they just lack the quality in terms of finishing. They need to get Charlie Austin and Manolo Gabbiadini back in the goals.
Swansea - C
They didn't have a single shot on target but ultimately they will be pleased with a point having not played well.
Stoke - D
I don't know where Stoke are going with things at the moment, they have sold players and haven't brought too many in. This disjointed performance summed up the uncertainty around the club at present.
Chelsea - E
It was a dreadful start to the season for Chelsea. Gary Cahill's challenge was poor, leaving Chelsea with 10 men, but there was no excuse for their collapse. Yes, they scored two goals in response but it was not good enough.
Tony Cottee believes Chelsea have more problems than the ongoing issues with Diego Costa
Tony Cottee believes Chelsea have more problems than the ongoing issues with Diego Costa
Crystal Palace - E
As starts to the season go, it doesn't get much worse than losing 3-0 at home to a newly-promoted side. I fancied Palace to win but they were all over the place in defence and attack. A dreadful start.
West Ham - E
Dear me. I have to give my former club an E because it was the worst result of the weekend. It was a poor result and a poorer performance. They have got to get their heads down and bounce back at Southampton next week.
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