Robbie Neilson’s side have lost all three of their European fixtures thus far without scoring a single goal, while they meekly exited the Premier Sports Cup at the first hurdle to Kilmarnock.
That said, it hasn’t all been bad so far this campaign. The club have won all three of their league games at Tynecastle, scoring nine goals in the process, and still sit in joint-third in the cinch Premiership despite playing nowhere near their best football.
With ten games of the season played so far and no match taking place this weekend due to the decision to postpone games in the wake of Queen Elizabeth’s death, let’s take the time to reflect on what we’ve seen so far.
Using an average of the ratings given to each player in the Evening News, we’ve worked out the top 10 best players to perform in maroon this term...
1. Kye Rowles (7.14)
A new entry at No.1. The Aussie summer signing thoroughly impressed in his seven appearances before breaking his metatarsal. Photo: Roddy Scott - SNS Group
2. Barrie McKay (6.9)
The darling of last season is once again performing this term. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
3. Cammy Devlin (6.75)
The tireless Australian has particularly impressed in the two European games at Tynecastle, including a stand-out showing against Zurich. Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group
4. Alex Cochrane (6.67)
Hearts' decision to bring back the Brighton loanee on a permanent deal looks to be a shrewd one based on his performances so far this season. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group