A person that people were wondering why he was left off Tier 1. The simple answer is that he barely missed the cut. I viewed the top 9 as in a league of their own, with Derrick and Rachel being able to anchor the top of Tier 2.

Derrick has had interesting hookups during his time on the Challenge. On the Duel 1 he hooked up with Robin and Jodi despite his short stay on the season. He gets docked a few points as Evan had the first chance at them on the season. During Fresh Meat 1, his love affair with partner Diem was one of the touching moments. Their bond was always so strong. For that moment when Diem took off her wig on the Duel 1, it’s known as a CT moment. Underrated is that Derrick is the first to reply with a yelling cat call of how good she looked.

Throw in hookups with Tonya, and then maybe Casey Cooper and Jenn Grijalva, Derrick has a great list. Hoping he gets dirty this season!

Sarah Rice