Paul Abrahamian – 1 strip of Tofu – Paul’s ranking this week was a difficult one. While he deserves some bacon for winning HoH – targeting Bridgette originally who has NO ONE in the house to protect her made no sense. Yes, he was trying to fulfill the “plan” of getting rid of Frank then Bridgette the rest of the house wanted last week, but this is Big Brother – and those plans never seem to play out perfectly. If he stood his ground and stuck with his plan, I would have given him bacon. But to bow down to Paulie and do his bidding by re-nominating Da’Vonne – someone who did not have Paul on her radar, make me give him tofu.
Bridgette Dunning – 2 strips of Tofu – Bridgette is there, should have been going home this week, but will probably be safe… that’s about all I have for her this week.
Corey Brooks – 3 strips of Tofu – Puppy Dogs, Christmas, watching men shower, these make Corey’s eyes light up like nothing else. I am still waiting for him to get a clue on how to play the game. Every time I think he has turned the corner, he goes back into “dumb jock” mode. He is likely to do something dump to try and protect Nicole, but until then, he is a loyal soldier for Paulie, and a vote. Nothing more.
Da’Vonne Rogers – 4 strips of Tofu – I may be repeating myself, but Mama Day may have talked her way out of the house this week. This week she saw the writing on the wall that she is a target, not a pawn – and she has kept her cool for the most part. There is still time for her to campaign and try to talk her way back in, but with so many people rattled by her, they should take this opportunity to get her out. Regardless, she has been fun to watch as she stirs up so much drama, but for Da’Vonne, she better hope 3rd time’s the charm, because she is not winning this season.
Zakiyah Everette – 5 strips of Tofu – I know I will catch some hell for this – but Zakiyah is showing signs of a battered woman. She complains & cries about how horrible Paulie has been treating her, tries to call him out on it, lets him get the best of her, she runs away, and then comes crawling back. For her personal sake, I hope this is just because of the unrealistic nature of the house dynamic. If she turns up in the DR, laughs about this, and says it was all strategy to come off as weak, but turns around and stabs him in the back (figuratively, not literally), then she will get 5 strips of bacon every week the rest of the game!
That brings us to our Tofurkey of the Week – and that award goes to James Huling. He is actually having a damn good week / season overall. He is finally in a showmance with the best looking girl in the house, seems to be in the middle of the house, and is not in any immediate danger, but he did the DUMBEST thing of the week. When Da’Vonne came in and broke up a conversation about her, the rest of the group changed the subject to discuss what to do if it is a Double Eviction this week. James said.. in front of Da’Vonne… putting up Victor & Bridgette. Ummm… isn’t Bridgette not supposed to be there???? DUDE… you better hope that Da’Vonne goes home this week & does not have the Roundtrip ticket after that faux paus!!!!
Another week down, the vote is still kinda up in the air – so that makes the anticipation for Thursday’s show so much better than the boring “ho-hum, we know who’s leaving” we have become used to the past few seasons. Let me know what you think of my rankings this week in the comments below. And my question of the week – are you excited for an online only Big Brother season?
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No I’m not excited for the online season mainly because I live in Canada and cannot get CBS all access so that will really suck however I will have bbcan 5 to watch
BBCAN has been better than BBUS the last few years
This is true
I’ve never tried it, how is BBCAN different/better? Should I find a way to watch it?
while the twists are a little more production driven than the US – the house is better, the competitions are better, and the casts have been better. That’s why I like it better
Where can I watch BBCAN for free? I am in the US.
the day after the show airs, there are links online to watch. Follow me on twitter and I will tell you how
I’m in Canada too but hey, if the online season is anything like BB18 what are we really missing?
I totally agree
I would also give James the Tofurkey for telling Natalie that he’s calling the shots.
That was so funny. Was he trying to be big man for Nat or do you think he really belives that?
I’m hoping he doesn’t really believe that but you can never tell with James.
I would give Jame’s the TOFURKEY for not listening to Natalie when she tells him things about Paulie.
I totally agree with your assessment of Zakiyah. She seems like the abused woman type that goes back for more again and again. I hope this changes soon. I’m a big believer that you cannot let people get away with treating others badly; they need to be shown what they’re doing is not okay. Just “letting it go” or saying things like “boys will be boys” or “that’s just how he is” is not enough and not doing anyone any favors.
What did Paulie do to Zee that got her so upset?
On purpose for no reason at all he made her cry, then went and told his buddy’s and they all laughed, including James who for no reason I know likes this guy, Paulie is a scumbag to women and James is the worst BB player ever.
Omg thats awful. I wish they’d show that on the shows.
Plus he only hooked up with her to keep her coming back to him
Caught her in a lie and then spent the whole day confronting (and verbally bullying her) while she denied and cried. I don’t buy that her tears are just about their broken relationship but also about her blown up game. Still, he’s being an ass about it.
He’s been frustrated with her for a while, though, so I don’t see it as bullying so much as his temper just getting the best of him in that one instance. “Bullying” implies that he’s done that sort of thing to her before, which he really hasn’t.
Bullying a grown woman! Please
I don’t think it was bullying. I think when you’re a grown woman or man, it becomes mean, not bullying. Children bully
A lot of Twitter folks are outraged over him making her cry. I don’t have the feeds but they described it as her crying and him coldly explaining to her that he is speaking to her logically and not emotionally.
I don’t like to see folks cry. It’s a game but I cannot imagine what it’s like in that house. Never card for Bridgette but didn’t want her bullied. Hated the shunning of Tiffany but really hated when Da laughed in her face while she was crying and Z went at her with a ‘tude.
Doesn’t make it right that Z got some karma though. Like I said, I don’t like to see anyone cry. I’d like for them to leave the game if they cry, almost. That’s stupid, I know, but it’s a tough game and it’s understood that people lie to your face and backstab during the game. I like Frank’s outlook that it’s just a game and he doesn’t seem to hold grudges once out of the house. Probably easier said than done (at first anyway) but I like that outlook. It’s healthier, too.
You must really hate watching Michelle then. These people are pretty petty and immature. I don’t like to see it either.
It’s her fault for running back to him. He’s a turd, but she’s just as bad
I have never thought James was a good player. He should be… I mean he’s great at comps, great social game… but he never knows what’s going on in the house. He thinks he does, but has no clue really. This irritated me about him last season as well. so much potential.. wasted.
If his head wasn’t turned, he’d be a better player, I think. His achilles heel. :)
He irritates me to no end. Second season for him, same game, which means he has no game
He should have kept Da actually. He’s at the bottom. Only being used as a number… just like last year. He waited too long to go against “the house” which is really just the power alliance.
Your assessment of Michelle is WAY off. You said she’s in a good spot in the house and no one sees her as a threat… Um, have you watched the feeds this week? The boys, mainly Paulie, have repeatedly said this week that Michelle is next on their hit-list. And if you’re only Paulie’s hit-list, you’re likely in serious trouble.
Michelle is catching on to things this week and is starting to figure out what’s going on inside the house, but unless she or Zak win HOH, I’m almost positive she’s going to get nominated right next to Bridgette.
I admit I did not watch feeds as much this week as some other weeks – so I missed it. I only see her getting info and not coming up as a target.
Yeah she definitely gets info and has done a good job this week putting pieces together, but the boys and Bridgette want her out!
The guys have brought up her name, along with Bridgette and Zakiyah. I think Paulie’s preferred order would be Michelle, then Zakiyah, and Bridgette some time after. But even then, I think it’s going to depend on what happens in the next HOH comp.
Paulie stated his order is Michelle, Z then Victor
Adam, she’s now his top hit for next week since she told Vic she hates it when they whisper. I lost all respect for pp after last nights after dark episode
“-this season in general has been drama filled which has made for some exciting feeds & unexpected evictions.”
Idk, I supposed the feeds have been pretty exciting. Definitely frustrating at times, but I feel like the evictions have been pretty darn obvious and expected. I was so PUMPED when Bronte was voted out instead of Tiffany, though. I thought for sure the power in the house would change, but Day had to ruin it for me. She could’ve worked w/ Frank, Bridgett, and Tiffany, bcuz Paulie wasn’t going to have her back. Then, Bridge could get her friendship w/ Nat back in order and James could have Day’s back. I would’ve liked that. It could’ve worked for a while.
Agreed. Day’s lack of shrewd game play has been the biggest disappointment for me this season – ESPECIALLY the whole thing after the house flip in Tiffany’s favor. She’s clearly only capable of thinking short term and not getting past personal biases in favor of her longer term game. As much as I despise Paulie’s behavior and grip on the house, I won’t shed a tear to see him succeed in evicting Day this week. A real shame.
Day plays a short sighted game
I hate this season. One of the worst since show started. I’ve watched all seasons, and I really dislike this season. I hate they brought back these vets I would never miss
Hey Adam, throw your weight around and use your influence on the producers to start giving Paulie a fair edit. The nasty things he’s said about the women in the house, mostly Zakiyah, should be shown.
ummmm – why do you think I can influence production? They gave me a horrible edit down the stretch after I did not “save Dani” over Kalia
You’re completely right about Z evaluation. As you say, unless it’s an act.
Uh, Adam dear, DOOL is still on the air. Lol. Just because EJami (EJ & Sami) have left and Bo has left, doesn’t mean it stopped airing. Ha ha.
#StillaFan
DOOL?
Unless they start winning some comps, I look for those without Y chromosomes to leave the house in short order.
Paulie is an asshat, BUT Z made her own bed (literally).
She is a grown woman, and if she let’s Paulie (or anyone) talk to her in such a manner, especially in these circumstances I have very little sympathy for her.
Let’s face it .. the chick is delusional. Yes, Paulie has paid attention to her, but she is fantasizing about a life long commitment with wedding bells and rug-rats. PUL-eee-se Miss Thing!
Adam, this is a great assessment of the HGs this week! And, yes, I too did a physical face palm when James said “Bridgette and Victor” that night, as did all of America.
Oh, and LOVE Days! Amazing way to start the article! I laughed as soon as I saw it. Because you’re right. The way Zakiyah is acting, she’s basically a character right out of Days or GH.
Haha. I haven’t watched soaps in years, not since I used to take breaks from mind-numbing studying for final exams to watch ‘Young and the Restless’ and the first time I saw Paulie he struck me as the kind of walk-on/supporting dude player they used to have on Y&R. Who knows, maybe his performance with Z is a drawn out audition for a place on the show after bb18. haha
Yes. James and Zakhya are in the right spot this week.
Paulie will get the top bacon every week from now on, unless the HG grow some bs and he gets evicted.