Clare is gone, and Tayshia is the new Bachelorette. Here are our predictions for how the season will conclude.
Clare Crawley’s season of The Bachelorette ended with an engagement after only four episodes, leaving more than a dozen remaining contestants stunned and in the lurch.
Their journey for love is not over, however, as ABC replaced Clare with series veteran Tayshia Adams mid-season. Fans of the show will remember Tayshia for her deep run on Colton Underwood’s season of The Bachelor, as well as her stay on Bachelor In Paradise.
Ahead of Tayshia’s first meeting with Clare’s cast, FTW Bachelorette experts Nick Schwartz, Steven Ruiz and Marissa Kasner made their picks for the rest of the season:
Who will make Tayshia’s Final 4?
If we were having a draft of contestants, Ivan, who was a nonentity during Clare’s portion of the season but was a prominent figure in the preview of Tayshia’s run, would be my first pick. I think I’d take Chasen No. 2 because he gives off major John Paul Jones vibes, which has to give him a leg up. I’ll round out my top-four with Eazy, mostly because I like him so Tayshia should too, and I dunno … Ben? Sure, let’s go with Ben. – Steven Ruiz
Chasen, Demar, Ivan, and an surprise cast member. I’m convinced Tayshia won’t be “stuck” with Clare’s recent ex-es. If Jordan M makes his way back to the show, I’d add him to the mix. – Marissa Kasner
Riley was one of the most impressive contestants in terms of maximizing his time with Clare, and I would not be surprised at all if he earned a first impression rose in Episode 5, assuming Tayshia gives one out. I’m also a fan of Jordan C. (the guy who joked that you already know everything about Dale because he never shuts the [expletive] up), and Bennett, who fits into the goofy type we’ve seen Tayshia go for previously. I’m tempted to take Eazy, but the reality is that we still don’t know very much about a large swath of guys available due to Clare’s tunnel-vision. I’ll go with Zac C., one of the only men to have a genuine conversation on a group date with Clare before her exit, which would suggest he’s an above-average conversationalist under pressure. – Nick Schwartz
Who will win?
I’m sticking with Ivan. He’s around the same age as Tayshia and he has a cool sounding job (Aeronautical Engineer). His contestant bio is a bit concerning, though. Apparently, “Intelligence is a huge aphrodisiac to Ivan, and nothing turns him on more than getting into a spirited debate with the woman he loves.” As long as he keeps that to himself and focuses on his cool job and the things he has in common with Tayshia, he’s got as good a shot as anyone. – Steven Ruiz
Chasen. He seems mildy goofy (a la John Paul Jones – I sense this, I’m not sure we’ve actally seen it yet), has a seemingly legit job, and is conveniently currently located in San Diego. – Marissa Kasner
If you thought Clare getting engaged in four episodes was the most dramatic twist of the year, just wait until Tayshia offers her final rose to Bennett. I know we think of him as a meme, but I think he could impress her with his large selection of loafers and the dual fireplaces in his suite. 2020 has been the wildest year. Bennett just fits. – Nick Schwartz
Who doesn’t have a shot with Tayshia?
I’ll go with Blake, who seemed to be fully invested in Clare. He even read an entire book for her! You don’t just get over that kind of love in a few days. Even if Blake sticks around, Tayshia will pick up on his heart not being in it and send him home. I will not rule out Blake finding Clare and trying his best to sabotage her relationship, though. I’d watch that reality show. Make it happen, ABC. – Steven Ruiz
We’re all saying Kenny, right? Right?? On a real personal note, I’m just not here for his narrating, so I’m projecting on Tayshia that Kenny doesn’t have a shot. But in all seriousness I worry about Blake’s ability to give Tayshia a shot – he was so all-in on Clare. Has any contestant ever bought a book and educated themselves on the lead before!? – Marissa Kasner
Steven brought up Ivan‘s bio earlier, but failed to mention that Ivan also admitted he’s a “recovered Croc enthusiast.” I’m sorry, I just think Tayshia has higher standards than that. – Nick Schwartz
Who do you want to see on Paradise?
Yosef, obviously. Just to see him get offended by various activities that involve taking your shirt off. Eazy is another good pick just because he’s entertaining. But outside of those two? This cast is actually kind of dry, right? No wonder why Clare bailed on it after three episodes. How about instead of bringing any of these guys to Paradise, we bring Paradise back to Tayshia and let John Paul Jones compete for her heart one last time? – Steven Ruiz
Bennett. Eazy. No explanations needed.
I’m intrigued with Ben, and I think the ladies of Bachelor Nation will be as well. I’m also predicting that Ivan, coming off of heartbreak with Tayshia, falls wildly in love and quietly becomes another BIP success story. – Marissa Kasner
Kenny is a firecracker, and I feel there’s a decent chance he might get into a fistfight in Paradise. That’s exactly the type of summer entertainment I’m looking for. Also, bring back Joe. I feel like he would have had a shot with Tayshia, but he’s a good fit for Paradise as well. – Nick Schwartz
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