The Bachelorette - Week 3 Power Rankings!

We're two weeks in and last week was a huge improvement in terms of pure enjoyment from Week 1 of Andi's journey. We saw two fantastic one on one dates and an interesting group date (stripping on a first date is a thing, right?). We got cameos from Sharleen (how's that opera career going?) and Kelly the Dog Lover at the strip tease. And of course, the highlight of Week 2 - Craig's drunken night and fully clothed dip in the pool. This week we've got not one but TWO episodes so we're bringing you a special edition Sunday night version of the Power Rankings.

So how did the points shake out after the second week? At the end of Week 2, Josh made up some serious group and is now only 7 points behind King Chase. Last week, Andi said goodbye to Nick S., Carl, and Craig. Chase had them in spots 6, 7, and 18, while Josh had them in spots 11,12, and 16. That brings the total score after two weeks to:

• Chase - 131 points
• Josh - 124 points

Andi and Chris had serious chemistry at the race track. And a hilariously (staged) conversation with an old couple.

It's still anyone's game!

Without further ado, here's a recap of the rules followed by our updated rankings and quick insight of ALL remaining 16 men. As a note for those readers following along at home, Chase and Josh's remaining Power 5 will be marked with an asterisk for the rest of the season so you can see where the first impression picks shake out.

The Contest: Two guys (Josh and Chase) who have no business ranking The Bachelorettecontestants rank the contestants. We predict who is safe and who is going home in the upcoming episode of The Bachelorette and provide our expert analysis.

The Rules: Josh and Chase will rank the remaining Bachelorette contestants. Points will be awarded each week based on how well Josh and Chase predict the contestants going home. For example, if Josh puts a contestant in spot 7 and Chase puts her in spot 10 and that person goes home, Josh will get 7 points and Chase will get 10.

The winner (the person with the most points) at the end of the season must purchase flowers for the winning player's mother.

The Power 5 - Josh and Chase have each chosen five contestants who they think will go the furthest this season based solely on the information provided on ABC.com in advance of the premiere. Each person's Power 5 will remain the same for the duration of the show regardless of elimination. For every Power 5 pick in the actual final 5 contestants, each player will receive 5 additional points. 

And to put your worried minds at ease, Chase wants everyone to know we are still both here for the right reasons.

1. * Josh M., 29, a former professional baseball player from Atlanta, GA – a. Josh’s approach to debunking the stereotype this past week was golden and Andi seemed to appreciate his sentiments. And the dude got a kiss from Andi. More importantly…Craig seemed to have a big man-crush on him throughout the stripshow. Always a good sign: If he’s good enough for Drunken Craig, He’s good enough for the top spot in my rankings.
2. * Eric, 31, an explorer from Citrus Heights, CA – a. The first one-on-one date of the year was pretty impressive. Eric shined and the dude is just interesting. Some of his stories were absolutely incredible (and frightening). I really hope he gets as much time on the show as possible. We can all learn a bit from Eric, I think.
3. * Marcus, 25, a sports medicine manager from Dallas, TX – Marcus somehow got Andi to think “Oh he’s so sweet” WHILE PERFORMING AS A STRIPPER. How do you even do that? Sharleen gave her vote of approval as well.
4. * Chris, 32, a farmer from Arlington, IA – a. These two just looked good together. They fit really well together despite their geographical & urban upbringing differences. What one might call "baggage" about Chris’ previous engagement came across as well as it could have. Andi didn’t shy away from it and Chris was honest about it. The (staged) old couple was adorable. 
5. Marquel, 26, a sponsorship salesman from Las Vegas, NV – He’s got swagger. He stood out in the group date and his suave nature will carry him through for the next few weeks.
6. Nick V., 33, a software sales executive from Chicago, IL – Nick V didn’t get much airtime this week, but still survived and advanced. That First Impression Rose is going to carry him for quite a while.
7. JJ, 30, a pantsapreneur from San Francisco, CA – JJ didn’t get much one-on-one camera time this week, but I still think he’s going to be around for a while. And hopefully get enough time to plug his business. (Sorry for assuming he’s not there for the right reasons).
8. Dylan, 26, an accountant from Boston, MA – Dylan (lap)danced with Chris Harrison. This was amazing. I’m not wild about the dude’s hair, but he scored some points in my book.
9. Andrew, 30, a social media marketer from Culver City, CA – Andrew is a social media marketer—He seems normal enough. For the most part social media people are generally pretty engaging. I’m relatively addicted to Twitter, so I wonder how he’s doing having to be unplugged to social media for such a stretch of time. What will he choose: Love or Twitter?
10. Patrick, 29, an advertising executive from Newport Beach, CA – a. Patrick has Paul Rudd as his favorite actor. I don’t like Patrick enough to spend a lot of time talking about him, so here is Paul Rudd doing a Lip Sync Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LvMeYEwWGQ&feature=kp. 
11. Ron, 28, a beverage sales manager from Memphis, TN – I like Ron, I just don’t think there’s a connection. He seems nice enough, but isn’t standing out. He’ll stick around for a few more weeks, but I think he’ll get sent home sooner rather than later
12. Tasos, 30, a wedding event coordinator from Denver, CO – Tasos just seems like a good guy. He has a bulldog named Tank (didn’t see that one coming), but I think the lack of a connection + the earrings are going to be his downfall. 
13. Brian, 27, a basketball coach from Camp Hill, PA – You have to like a Bachelorette contestant that is a basketball coach. And you have to feel for anyone that has a profession and comes on this show. After stripping on national TV, what are his chances of any team or group of students ever taking him seriously?
14. Cody, 28, a personal trainer from Chicago, IL – Maybe he has personality besides his body-building muscles, but I don’t see it. 
15. * Bradley, 32, an opera singer from Holland, MI – This is my power 5-guy that I just don’t have any faith in. He seems like a smart & talented guy, but he oozes awkward. 
16. Brett, 29, a hairstylist from Westminster, PA – a. I still just don’t see it. I don’t see the connection, I don’t see the chemistry, and I do see a quasi-mullet on a guy that proclaims to be a hairdresser.

1. * Eric, 31, an explorer from Citrus Heights, CA – There isn’t much to say about Eric other than watching his journey on this show is incredibly sad knowing what happens after he is eventually eliminated. That said, it’s clear that he is one of Andi’s early favorites. I’ll be interested to see what happens further down the line that causes her to send him home.
2. Chris, 32, a farmer from Arlington, IA – This guy had a ROCK solid first date with Andi and turned on the charm big time. I have to give him props for going in for the FIRST KISS of the season (even if it did look incredibly awkward). We probably won’t see much of him this week since he had a starring role last episode but this guy isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
3. * Josh M., 29, a former professional baseball player from Atlanta, GA – He seems like another early favorite to take the “crown” at the end of the season but the previews suggest something bad could be brewing (a potential girlfriend situation?!). It was hard to tell if Josh was involved in the accusation due to the cagey editing from the producers but I’m keeping him this high due to the fact that Andi responded VERY well to his kiss.
4. Marcus, 25, a sports medicine manager from Dallas, TX – I was wrong about Marcus last week. He definitely isn’t middle of the pack. He made a good impression during the group date and despite his young age, he seems more mature than most. Side note: Not sure how Andi got “humility” from his strip tease. Weird.
5. * Brian, 27, a basketball coach from Camp Hill, PA – Andi seemed to like Brian during the striptease group date last week. Huge sigh of relief from me.
6. Nick V., 33, a software sales executive from Chicago, IL – This guy is an anomaly. He got the First Impression Rose in Week 1 and then got very little attention last week. I hope we get to know him a little better. 
7. Tasos, 30, a wedding event coordinator from Denver, CO – I’m shocked that not only is Tasos still around but that Andi seems to like him quite a bit. There is no way he wins but I think he’s safe for the double feature this week.
8. JJ, 30, a pantsapreneur from San Francisco, CA – No one on one date and no group date for the pants guy in Week 2. Yet somehow, he snuck through. I don’t see him winning Andi’s heart but she may keep him around for a one on one date.
9. * Marquel, 26, a sponsorship salesman from Las Vegas, NV – Andi’s two comments about Marquel last week revolved around his incredible physique and his sense of humor. That isn’t enough for a long term relationship and I fear he could be going home sooner rather than later. And that cocktail hour outfit? Horrible.
10. Andrew, 30, a social media marketer from Culver City, CA – No comment. No, really. I don’t know enough about him to say anything.
11. Brett, 29, a hairstylist from Westminster, PA – His hair is still a huge concern. The real question is: would he cut the mullet for Andi?
12. Patrick, 29, an advertising executive from Newport Beach, CA – Middle of the road kind of guy. His chin is weird.
13. Cody, 28, a personal trainer from Chicago, IL – I cannot see him lasting past the episodes (!) we have this week. And isn’t it only a matter of time before we see some roid rage anyway? Better safe than sorry!
14. Ron, 28, a beverage sales manager from Memphis, TN – My opinion that this guy is totally average doesn’t change this week. He’s a good looking guy but got “Craiged” last week during his only one on one time with Andi. He is not long for this competition.
15. Dylan, 26, an accountant from Boston, MA – After two weeks, I’m not convinced we’ve heard him speak more than three times. Yawn. See you on the flipside, Dylan.
16. Bradley, 32, an opera singer from Holland, MI – How did this guy survive last week? I stand by my assessment – Total. Turd. Please go home this week. Side note: Regardless of how much it hurts me in the rankings, I will continue to rank Bradley the Turd in last place until he goes home.