It's a strong season. Lots of real contenders.
I thought most of them did a great job and this was only the first week. I think this will be a really good season.
Yes, it could go in any direction as some will dance some dances better than others.
My two cents:
Ally may be good with the modern dances. But, that was Brandon's downfall on a previous season, as his partner didn't seem equipped to do more traditional dances like waltzes. Ally may be the same. Although, she & Sasha seem to have good working chemistry.
Ray has Cheryl, who is one of the best choreographers & teachers. He's already got moves & attitude. Combined with her choreography he can go far.
Karamo has attitude too and determination.
Kel can move. He's got good posture and he likes to have fun.
Then there's James Van Der Beek, already looking like a suave, sharp movie star on the dance floor.
Hannah has some dance/cheer training. And the judges will keep scoring her high as she's the ABC darling. But, that may backfire, as it did with Ginger Zee. We DWTS audience members have already shown don't like to be maneuvered & manipulated.

So she may make it to the final 4-5 with inflated judges scores. But, may not win.
Definitely a good season.
