You don’t want to end up on this side of the divide because we’re all out of Big Brother bacon now.
Tiffany Rousso – 1 strip of Tofu – should we call her Vanessa 2.0? She looks like Vanessa, talks like Vanessa, and cries like Vanessa. But is she crying as part of her strategy? I do not think so – as she cried over a disagreement with Frank, for basically no reason!
James Huling – 1 strip of Tofu – yeah, he’s got a bromance going with Frank, but he is playing the same exact game as last year. Not a strategic player, he is relying on his social game to get him far. He looks like a deer in headlights when gametalk is going on around him and pretty much brings nothing else to the group besides being a number at this point. He is trying to flirt with the girls, like he did with Meg last season. It seems to be working out just as well!
Natalie Negrotti, Bronte D’Acquisto, & Bridgette Dunning – 2 strips of Tofu combined. Wait – there are 3 of them, but 2 strips to share? Bronte will be able to understand that math equation. I do like that they started their own alliance (as silly as the Spy Girls are). But they formed this “secret alliance” in front of Tiffany & they do not seem to have a pulse on what’s going on with the rest of the house. This will make them each Bye Bye Bye Spy soon.
Paulie Calafiore – 3 strips of Tofu – Paulie is the bigger BB Fan of the Calafiore Bros – but why why why would he volunteer week 1 to go up as a Pawn? Yes – he did not want to make waves, but by allowing them to use him this early in the game does not set him up well down the road. Look at Johnny Mac last season. By the time he stopped volunteering – he was on the outs with the core of people running the house. Luckily for him, he’s on the block next to Jozea. I think it would be hysterical if the house flipped and Paulie went home.
Corey Brooks – 4 strips of Tofu – Corey’s so lucky that Glenn’s coconuts fell off milliseconds before pulling out his flag, or he could have been the first one evicted. When the team was trying to decide who to make HoH – he could have taken the reigns and took that responsibility giving him options. BUT he he too clueless as to how to play Big Brother, and let Nicole have it, then fell in line behind her and the other vets to join the 8 Pack. He will be dragged along and could win a comp or two to help the group later, but for now reminds me of Shane BB14 – as he is way too trusting.
That brings us to the first Tofurkey of the Week of BB18. I think it’s no surprise who gets this award. Shoutout to @Reefguy88 on Twitter who suggested I give Jozea the “Golden Tofurkey, served on a Tofu platter on top of a Tofu table” As the Messiah of the Newbies – he has this game completely figured out. So did Jace (BB17), Brian Hart (BB10), Keith (BB13) and many others who think they could win Big Brother in the first few days. His ego is second to none to ever play the game – and that is the main reason he will have a date with Julie on Thursday (unless something drastic happens). I wonder if he will a) tell Julie he is still the smartest player in the house or b) give Julie makeup tips. I am looking forward to this eviction, as it will be the best blindside since Dustin (BB8).
OK – there ya have it – let me know what you think in the comments section below. I am hoping that Paul or Victor win the next HoH – because they will not play it safe – and make a big move to disrupt the house. With that being said, I KNOW that the 8pack will win the HoH & Roadkill challenges, and keep the status quo to get the strong newbies out early. Or better yet – one of the Spy Girls win HoH – cause who knows what the heck they would do??? Big Brother is always better when you have power shifts week to week.
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I like the rankings this week. The only one I probably would change would be Victor. The guy is brainless. Why would you give away all you alliances info to the enemy? Does taking your shirt off somehow negate your stupidity in Victorland? Plus he was also dumb enough to be the first streaker of the season. Fun to watch but the naked people tend to go home early… just my opinion ;)
ACTUALLY – the streakers all go far (except Jace BB17). Ian won, Cowboy was 2nd, Zach was 3rd.
Forgot all about Ian lol (or maybe I just mentally blocked it out) but you are right. Cowboy was so long ago he wasn’t even in my thought process and should have been.
Victor is made of 98% Man-whore and 2% creep. His constant fixation on the ladies every time he talked in the first ep was beyond gross.
After watching him pet and stroke himself after taking his shirt off for Nicole, all I could think was that I’m pretty sure he’s overcompensating. Big time.
Right on Adam. I enjoyed reading your rankings
Did you miss Vanessa’s melt down the first week because she was lonely? Seems to me she regrouped pretty well, ran the house most of the season and TOOK Steve and Liz to the Final Three.. Just one question away from the $500,000. Come Thursday, Day and Zak will be branded the “traitors” that sent Jozea home. None of the “8-Pack”, nor Paulie will put Tiffany on the block and as of last night James, Nicole, Corey and even Bridgette have been mentioned as targets by the other side except Jozea who will be not nominating anyone ever.
If either Day or Zak go on the block, we’ll see who’s is the weak link(s) in the Fatal Five then and those two will be begging tiff to be a comp beast like her sister and save them with either a veto or the Roadkill comp.She will save anyone in the Fatal Five, one-way or the other. But if James or Frank go up, bye-bye. Sorry Adam. Liked u as a HG but as an analyst you leave a lot to be desired. Five pieces of Tofu for YOU.
You know that his assessment was based on players’ performances this week? If Tiffany pulls whatever you are saying there he may award her with five bacons next week.
Plus Tiffany was the first one to lose the first challenge in like 3 seconds. I was like … damn girl Van Van could last forever!
I agree with him, even tho my fave gets tofu and it sucks but I agree.
I think Michelle and Zak might be in an ok position for several weeks. The vets want the non 8 pack newbies out first and the newbies want the vets out first. Michelle and Zak seem to be forming strong bonds with Nicole and Davonne, which might keep them safe when/if the 8 pack starts evicting each other -Nicole, Michelle, Davonne and Zak would make a great final 4!
That’s why they get Bacon this week – despite not doing anything more than following the power. They are safe for now
I don’t believe that Vanrssa and Tiffnay’s crying is a complete act. They are sisters and may both have some kind of mental illness. It could just run in the family. James is playing similar to last season and he needs to be careful about feeling bad for voting out people, or at least talking about it.
“These 2 superfans did not learn from previous season player’s mistakes” – It’s easier to remember previous players’ mistakes when you are that player who made those mistakes. I hope they’re teaming up with the vets now for the majority and will work against them later.
30 hours or so to go – very excited and always enjoy reading Adam’s Rankings. There is none more deserving of the Golden Tofurkey than “He” (we all know who He is). Good one!
“I don’t think he can even spell messiah”.
– Frank
Josea is deserving of only the most messiah-like Golden Tofurkey.
He’s like a Tofu Turducken! Trifecta of things that leave a bad taste. Goodbye Josea. I’m sure you have some “savior” things you should be doing anyways.
One player I think being underrated right now is natalie. Sure she isn’t the smartest one out there, but more importantly she is well liked by the house and nice to everyone. She also avoids drama pretty well. She is currently on the outs of the majority alliance, but most likley it will crumble before they decide to target her. She is not a huge threat, but still seems fairly athletic to do well in competitions. Unless crazy stuff happens she seems to be a lock to go far.
Day also seems to be playing a lot better this year. in lot less drama. seems to be making good alliances. Least threatening of the vets.
Michelle and zak also positioned well.
Players that seem to be in a lot of danger are Nicole, Tiffany, Paul, Victor, Bronte.
In the middle are Frank, James, Bridggete, corey, and paulie
I disagree so much with Frank being just in the middle. He has a couple of alliances and I think has been attacking this game from all angles in all the right ways. Playing hard yet not making himself a bigger target than just returning player. He’s playing very smart.
Zakiyah successfully jumped ship on the revolution to become a valuable member of the majority i dont think she gets enough credit. And natalie is smarter than i thought but her correct assessments get overshadowed by the strong delusional shadows of paul and jozea. Paulie definitely diserves tofu for agreeing to be a pawn and STILL not being in the main alliance. Poor guys
Allying with the vets is good for now, but down the road they will team up and take her out easily. In my opinion the newbies would have been smartest to take the vets out first since they will be comp beasts who will stick together over new players.
Good to have you back Adam. Love your analysis. Though I will give Paul an extra tofu for being a bit cocky with his revolution alliance. But that’s just me.
Such a terrible player, I don’t know why he feels the need to give Players ranking each week.
Sorry you did not like my gameplay. And sorry you do not like my rankings. We are all Big Brother fans and we all have our own opinions. These are just my opinions. Who do you like so far & why?
There are times to apologize Adam, this isn’t one of those times. Stay well my friend, and keep the fun going. I enjoy your bacon loving/tofu hating ways. Cheers!
Thanks for your time and effort that you put in this blog every week. I love reading it. It’s greatly appreciated.
Why do you feel the need to read it and comment on it then, Bryce? If you want to be critical of something, start with the decision you are making.
So happy to see you back Adam ! Always fun anticipating what you are going to say about each house guest and with this group, each week should get more interesting. Your rankings are on point this week couldn’t agree with you more especially with the Tofu winner of the week. I have only been watching Big Brother from Season 13 until the present and he by far is the WORST and I’ve had my fair share of peeps I did not Ike! He takes the win though!! Can’t wait for next weeks rank :)
If winning veto counts for a lot, then HOH should rarely be more than one spot out of first IMO. I mean, at some point, a lousy player or two get lucky, so I can see those players sitting a little farther behind. But I think in the case of Nicole, second would be closer to appropriate. Frank is in a great position and has made all the right moves so far. He’s likable, socially he is nailing it, he’s competitive, and has a good poker face. Statigically he’s in a very good place and has options. The early favorite, and playing like a pro so far. Good on ya Frank!
Winning Veto alone is not what gets Paul the accolades this week. Its winning Veto when you are on the block. You are safe that week and can potentially win HOH flipping the power back. Best night sleep in BB Housr is when you win thay Veto while on the block.
I wasn’t disagreeing about winning the veto. I just thought Nicole should probably be second. If veto is good, HOH is great. That’s all. If she didn’t win, there’s a solid chance she would have been going home this week based on what we heard up to this point. Pulling yourself off the block is great. Not being on the block because you are HOH is certainly better.
Josea is as bad as disgusting frankie But at lease Frank kept his pant on I cant stomach looking at his nasty ASS