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It may not be the exact Top 3 we envisioned, but Abi Carter, Jack Blocker and Will Moseley will return to the American Idol stage on Sunday (ABC, 8/7c) for one final showdown. And by the end of the live three-hour broadcast, one of them will be crowned the winner of Season 22.
With just over 24 hours left until that winner is revealed, it’s time to ask ourselves two very important questions: Which of these three singers is most likely to win, and which should actually win? Sometimes those answers are the same, but since the outcome rests entirely in the hands of the show’s oft-unpredictable voters, nothing is guaranteed.
Even though there are several singers we’re still bitter about losing ahead of the finale — Julia Gagnon and McKenna Faith Breinholt certainly spring to mind — it’s hard to argue that this Top 3 doesn’t deserve its flowers. Will has sounded like a seasoned country veteran from the moment he opened his mouth; Jack has been a pure charmer from the jump, with plenty of vocal tricks (and faces!) to keep things interesting; and pop-rock queen Abi has never shied away a calculated risk, constantly finding new ways to impress us.
TVLine’s Final Prediction: While we fully believe that Abi deserves her spot in the finale, we see her finishing in third place, leaving Jack and Will to compete for the win. Of the two, Jack would be the more “exciting” winner, and something tells us that the viewers will vote accordingly. We foresee a close vote, but in the end, this is Jack’s finale to lose. In this case, he gets our vote for the finalist who will and should win it all.
How do you feel about Abi, Jack and Will’s chances in Sunday’s American Idol finale? Which of the Top 3 do you think will win, and which should win? Cast your vote in our polls below, then drop a comment with your hopes ahead of Sunday’s grand finale.
Abi will win and Abi should win IMO. I don’t see her ending in 3rd place. I think she will make top 2 and that will give her the edge over whichever guy she’s competing with.
I don’t get Jack’s appeal. Abi SHOULD win, her body of work is way superior to the other two and isn’t even close. But she’s a girl and Idol history has been hard on them. If anyone can pull a miracle and defeat two WGWGs is her tho.
Will Win: Will (country grandmas will push him through)
Should Win: Abi (Not flawless, but the best singer this season)
Want to Win: Jack (easily my favorite to listen to, only one I’ve voted for)
I’m a huge country fan, but mostly a music fan. And, a “grandma.”
My vote is with Jack, who reminds me a little of Phil Phillips, who I also loved. I love Jack’s artistry and uniqueness. I think it may wind up Jack/Abi, and I think it should. And, though Jack is my personal fav this year, I think Abi could win, and I wouldn’t be mad. She’s been amazing too. As for Will and my love of country…yeah, he’s a good ole boy, and in his lane he’s been good. But to me Chris Stapleton has that lane already, and Will just doesn’t stand out in any unique enough way, for me. I think he should be 3rd. I actually wouldn’t have put him in top 3, but I knew he probably would be. And I to believe there’s an Idol voting block that roots for the “good ole boys.” As for “country Idol”…Idol’s had plenty of non-country winners too.
Yeah. I want Jack to win as well. Imo, he has been the more complete artist and was able to move me emotionally.
TV Line, you’re drunk. Abi is a generational talent. Not even my favorite voice of the three, but it’s undeniable how talented she is.
She’s literally not. She’s a great imitator that’s about it.
Anybody can declare themselves Truth, you can argue 2+2 is 5, and half the country will believe you. Abi will win and she should. They all are imitators since they are doing cover songs!
JACK FOR THE WIN!! Let me begin by saying I like all three of the finalists and will not be upset if any of them win, BUT I agree with Andy. Jack deserves to win and I believe he will! He is a great entertainer, has a superb voice, an appealing personality and humility that shines in his reactions to criticisms. He has shown great progress and contributed first rate performances consistently covering many genres.. His rendition of “Always On My Mind” ranks among the GREAT American idol performances. He has been the underdog all season with two of the judges not even wanting him in the competition. He has never been given him the prime slot at the end of the show like the others, yet he has persevered winning over the judges and Idol voters. Go Jack!
Well said! I agree!
Abi and Jack has it made . But Will needs the help to make it . They’re all 3 great but Abi and Jack is established. Will has taken this year to find if it’s possible. He’s sincere He’s wanting a better chance.
Toby Keith would say give this boy the opportunity to Shine!!
Aw…Toby. RIP Legend.
IMO…Triston or Julia should be in top three, Jack or Will next. Abi already had had professional training/backing it seems. So why was she competing with amateurs? A professional should not have been in this at all.
Abi should win because she is the best! She’s special. I’m going to sad if America gets it wrong.
Too bad! It’s time for a female to win and Abi is more than deserving.
Abi will win, But if Will in the final 2 with her. That country Music fans could give to Will.
Who? American Idol has become so ridiculously irrelevant. The only people associated with the show that people talk about are the judges. No one talks about the contestants anymore because nothing ever comes from their win anymore – just like what happens with The Voice. They win and then they disappear, like it never happened.
Chayce Beckham is topping the charts these days, so you’re mistaken there. Will is too much like Chris Stapleton to have much impact. . Jack is unique and will have a career even if he doesn’t win. Abi is destined for obscurity, Kris Allen 2.0. JMO
I honestly think that Triston should of made it to the top 3. But he didn’t make it. I think what happened to Emmy is that she was always crying. And with Jack his face expression is not a good thing.Last season was the best
Abby Carter, Has been the best singer since day one she deserves to win
I think Jack or Abi could win. Either way they will both have a career in the music industry. Great show this year! Not happy to hear that replacement for Perry will be male, I feel that they should choose another woman for the job.
I agree. I was hoping for someone with music experience, maybe Jewel or Cindy Lauper. I’d love to have JLo back.
Abi has been the winner since her audition! Everyone else should just go home!
I think they are picking the wrong winner for darn sure.
Will has continued to charm and I am a country fan, so he is my choice. So sorry Triston isn’t in this group. Never cared much for Abi and still don’t. Jack is another charmer and has really blossomed so I could see him winning.
Kayko was my favorite of the season with Jack my second and abi my 3rd. I hope jack pulls this off
Abi is a star. She is a beautiful talented young woman. She has a great career in front of her ! Just love her ❤️
The fix was in last week tha rest didn’t stand a chance, look at the love the judges gave her they knew she was the one.
Of all lof the top five we liked Tristan the most. Should have been in the top three, wasn’t goin to wtch tonite but Jack and Will did have their moments
LOL all these years i’ve wondered if the voting was fixed this year really has me wondering.
Tristan was my least favorite out of the top 12. Everyone has their own opinion
Completely disappointed in how that played out. Liked the guys voices (I don’t even like country), and nothing in Abi’s voice to vote for. Oh well, not the first time AI voted out the best singer.