The Challenge: Battle of the Bloodlines Episode 8 Power Rankings

Last episode was an emotional one. We had a little tribute to Diem Brown. CT and Diem's sister Hope arrived to demo the challenge. It was emotional. And then everyone remembered it's a game and game play came back. Bananas tried to play hard by having his team throw the challenge in hopes of knocking Cara out of the game, but when it was revealed the Blue team sucks so much that they couldn't even lose when the challenge was handed to them, Kelly Anne and Anthony took the fall as Anthony was one of the bad throwing actors. At this point in the game, and a male Pit coming up, things are not looking good for Johnny Bananas. If Red ends up losing, expect an epic battle between Johnny and Abe. 

#1) Abram (2)

Abe takes spot number one because he has more allies. And that's what matters this deep in the game. Abe has said his mission is to get Cara to the end. And that means he will have to ensure Jamie doesn't get thrown in at any point. It's a risky move but Abe's a vet, he knows how to make waves. 

#2) Jamie (3)

Again, this is a game of numbers. Jamie has the numbers. Jamie was none too pleased Anthony was in cahoots to toss his cousin in so he took aim at Kelly Anne. And it paid off. Jamie is proving he is a dominating force in this game. 

#3) Cara (4)

Cara was spared by the fact that the Blue team sucks. They suck real hard. If Red ended up succeeding in throwing the challenge, Cara would have been fighting for her life. But she didn't have to and she is in the power alliance. Cara's biggest threat was Kelly Anne. And now she's gone. Cara is sailing her way to the end. 

#4) Johnny (1)

You have to credit Bananas for playing with a strategy. Do we respect people who throw challenges? That's a debate for another time. But his mission was smart and well thought out. Unfortunately, he forget about the factor that the other team sucks. With Anthony gone, Johnny is officially enemy number one. 

#5) Aneesa (5) 

Aneesa is in a really difficult position. Aneesa has been on Team Bananas. And right now that's all she's got. It's unlikely Cory will want to work with her so Aneesa and Rianna will certainly be thrown into the Pit next week. Aneesa must figure out something to save herself. 

#6) Mike (8)

At this point in the game, Mike is just there because Abe needs a bloodline. He's way to normal for this game. And that is the best compliment someone could give! He's likely to do what his brother says so expect no drama from him.

#7) Cory (9)

Cory needs to be smart and let Johnny and Abram battle each other. As long as he doesn't make any waves, Cory will be safe. That is if Johnny and Aneesa don't have a master plan.

#8) Jenna (10)

Jenna is a competition beast. That is something no one ever expected to hear. But this season, like Sarah and Katie in the past, Jenna has taken the role of successful goat. Jenna will not win but at this point, she could be seeing a final once again.

#9) Vince (6)

Vince is a meathead. And a buffoon. And just an awful person. And it all has to do with what he does at the club. Why the hell would you get into CT's face and mock him? Especially when he's here in honor of Diem? Vince is scum.

#10) Brianna (11)

For someone who doesn't want to be there, Brianna is the soundbite queen. And she's not entirely sucking at the competitions. Like Cory, as long as she keeps quiet, Rianna will take the blow if red loses. 

#11) Rianna (12)

Rianna is still here. And with less people around perhaps she'll get a moment on the screen. If not? Who cares.

#12) Mitch (14)

Poor Mitch. I want to like him. I really do. But if he sees a pit, he's screwed. He may not actually be a weak player but with every male left, Mitch is like a puppy in a pack of dogs.