It was completely befuddling. You could see the look in Tom's face, like DUDE DON'T PICK ME!! The only thing I can point to as a possibility is Ian's age.
Having young kids I'm quickly realizing that they don't do an altogether good job of following directions, and every once in a while they don't do what they say they're going to do. So, his age, combined with his ability to become flustered when confronted, lead me to believe that Ian isn't the strongest player at this point. He's very likeable and quite smart. I think he and Katie have control of the game now, barring some huge betrayal.
So, I think Ian will win. As for who I want to win, it's almost a toss-up between Ian and Tom, but I guess Tom cuz my dad was a firefighter (my dad is NOT a sloppy drunk, however).
This is a great Survivor, many compelling dynamics.
Hey, my dad was a firefighter too. And never drank his whole life. My mother, on the other hand...........but she eventually gave it up.
I agree that Ian & Katie have control of the game right now. IMO, Tom has to win every immunity challenge left. I think he can. Then he has to take someone that the jury doesn't like into the final 2 with him, and the money is his.