West Bromwich Albion defender Chris Mepham says the Baggies cannot afford to get carried away despite their impressive start to the Championship season.

Having narrowly avoided relegation last season, Albion lie fifth and are just a point behind leaders Birmingham.

Saturday's 3-0 win over Millwall at The Hawthorns made it 14 points from the past six games for James Morrison's side.

"Credit to everyone. The staff have been unbelievable," Mepham told BBC Radio WM. "There's real clarity... they have given us a clear understanding of what's needed.

"We're obviously buzzing, we would have taken this position at the start of the season 100%.

"In a weird way we have left some points out there as well.

"First half against Southampton we could have put the game to bed, suddenly that's an extra two points, but in this league you have to keep your feet on the ground, stay humble and stay grounded because it can change quick."

A hamstring injury prevented the 29-year-old from being involved in the final 14 games of last season as Morrison came in to steer the club away from the brink of relegation to League One.

But the Wales international was made vice-captain this season and took the armband in the absence of George Campbell on Saturday.

"I was really disappointed with my last season but I knew I have more to give," Mepham added.

"I feel in a really good place. This run of games have given me an opportunity to showcase it on a consistent level.

"Having the armband is a massive responsibility and I like to think I am rewarding [Morrison] with performances.

"I have to say there's more to come but playing on the right side of defence has allowed me to show my attributes on the ball."

While all the players have played their part in this run, midfielder Isaac Price has caught the eye in particular with six goals and three assists already.

Mepham added: "He's turning up game after game, he's our go-to guy and he's been doing it for a while now, [including] last season, albeit in a struggling team.

"This season he's looked a different player, he's taken on that responsibility of being the main man and he looks hungry."