It's only been 10 games since Coventry City's return to the Premier League, but Sky Blues supporters have already experienced just about every emotion possible.

The opening weeks of the campaign have provided plenty of lessons, while several players have shown they are capable of stepping up to the demands of top-flight football.

Despite difficult trips to Arsenal and Manchester City, there remained genuine belief within the Coventry camp that they could compete at this level. However, home defeats by Hull City and Brighton sparked concerns, with confidence dipping and questions beginning to emerge about where the points would come from.

For me, the turning point came at Nottingham Forest.

It may only have been the fifth game of the season, but Coventry demonstrated determination, resilience and, most importantly, a willingness to leave everything on the pitch. They played without fear and showed they belonged in the division.

Victories over Newcastle United and Sunderland followed, leaving Frank Lampard's side on nine points after 10 matches.

That tally is enough to keep Coventry outside the relegation zone and, right now, that is all many supporters will care about. But there is still room for improvement across the pitch if the Sky Blues are to secure their top-flight status for another season.

One player under the spotlight is goalkeeper Carl Rushworth. Recent performances have drawn criticism from some supporters on social media and, following the club's significant investment to bring him in, scrutiny is inevitable.

Yet, Rushworth remains a goalkeeper with enormous potential. Confidence can be a fragile thing for any player, particularly a goalkeeper, and Coventry's coaching staff will be keen to ensure he continues to develop. There is no doubt he possesses the talent to establish himself at the highest level.

If the campaign ended today, Coventry supporters would happily accept 17th place. But with 28 games still remaining, there is a long way to go.

A demanding festive schedule lies ahead and Lampard will already be considering where his squad can be strengthened when the January transfer window opens.

His recruitment record offers encouragement, with midfielders Matt Grimes and Frank Onyeka proving influential additions after arriving in recent winter windows.

Survival remains the objective, but after 10 games, Coventry have shown enough to suggest they are capable of making this season a successful one.