JEOPARDY! Contestant Drew Goins Breaks Silence on Embarrassing Wardrobe Malfunction During High-Stakes Second Chance Tournament

Drew Goins, a returning contestant on Jeopardy!’s Second Chance tournament, has addressed the buzz surrounding his unexpected wardrobe malfunction during Monday evening’s episode. While his impressive $36,801 win was certainly noteworthy, it was his choice of attire that had fans talking just as much as his gameplay.

The Hawaii-based journalist took center stage in a tight, thin, and slightly transparent turtleneck, drawing immediate reactions from viewers. Many fans took to social media to comment on the unintended visual distraction.

Fans React to Drew’s Bold Outfit

Reddit and Twitter lit up with humorous observations, with one fan remarking, “Drew’s nipples were poking through this shirt.” Another joked, “Am I the only one who sees nothing but Drew’s nipples nearly every time he is on screen?” A third viewer added, “Definitely R-rated, but I loved it.”

Embracing the lighthearted moment, Drew himself took to Instagram to respond. Sharing a clip from the episode, he quipped, “Sloppy seconds. Catch me and my nipples in the @jeopardy Second Chance Competition.” His friends joined in on the fun, with one jokingly asking, “And the tight sweater is nice. Cold in the studio?”

A Redemption Moment for Drew

Despite the social media chatter about his wardrobe, Drew’s performance on Jeopardy! was nothing short of stellar. Fans praised his sharp gameplay, and he even found redemption for a past mistake.

During his previous appearance on the show, Drew had blanked on a Taylor Swift-related clue, much to the dismay of his Swiftie brother. This time, however, he nailed it. Host Ken Jennings posed the question: “In 2014, Taylor Swift gave us this album named after a different year.” Without hesitation, Drew enthusiastically responded, “What is 1989!” The audience erupted in applause, solidifying his moment of redemption.

Drew later revealed the pressure he had felt after his earlier misstep. “I got a Taylor Swift question wrong, and went home worried that the Swifties would come rip me out of my bed one night. But it turns out the angriest Swiftie was my brother, who’s here today,” he shared. “The night before taping, he had prepared an entire practice board for me, and it was entirely Taylor Swift.”

The Jeopardy! Legacy Continues

Jeopardy! has been a staple of American television since its inception in 1964, evolving through numerous iterations. The Second Chance Tournament, introduced in 2022, allows standout non-winners another shot at glory, with a path leading to the Champions Wildcard and ultimately the Tournament of Champions.

Drew’s impressive win on Monday ensures that he will return to the small screen, competing in the next round of the Second Chance tournament. Whether or not his fashion choices will once again steal the spotlight remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—Drew Goins has quickly become a fan favorite.

With his witty personality, competitive spirit, and now-iconic turtleneck moment, Drew’s Jeopardy! journey continues to entertain audiences. Fans eagerly await his next appearance, hoping for more standout gameplay—and perhaps another viral fashion statement.

Jeopardy! favorite Drew Goins responds after fans call out his ‘R-rated’ wardrobe malfunction on Second Chance show

JEOPARDY! contestant Drew Goins has responded to fan comments about his wardrobe malfunction on Monday evening’s Second Chance tournament.

The Hawaii-based journalist crushed the competition and ended the game with a jaw-dropping $36,801- but viewers were talking about more than just his final score.

Drew Goins distracted viewers with his tight shirt on Monday’s Second Chance tournamentCredit: ABC

Drew won and took home $36,801Credit: ABC
Drew distracted fans in his thin see-through turtleneck.

“Drew’s nipples were poking through this shirt,” one follower on Reddit said.

“Am I the only one who sees nothing but Drew’s nipples nearly every time he is on screen?” asked another.

“Definitely R-rated, but I loved it,” said a third.

Drew took to Instagram to address the malfunction.

“Sloppy seconds. Catch me and my nipples in the @jeopardy Second Chance Competition,” he cheekily posted.

Drew’s friends chimed in to roast him.

“And the tight sweater is nice. Cold in the studio?” one joked.

DREW’S VICTORY

Despite the distraction, Jeopardy! viewers were “super impressed” with Drew’s gameplay.

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He also was able to redeem himself from his first episode by nailing a Taylor Swift clue.

“In 2014, Taylor Swift gave us this album named after a different year,” host Ken Jennings said.

“What is 1989!” Drew screamed, and the audience burst into applause.

Jeopardy! Universe

Jeopardy! first aired in 1964 until 1975. Then the nighttime version began in 1974. Since then, many spinoffs of the game show have emerged. Here they all are:

Jeopardy! – (syndicated) 1974 to present, weekdays on ABC at 7 pm ET.

Tournament of Champions – 1984 to present, features the top champions who have appeared on the show since the last tournament.

Second Chance Tournament – 2022 to present features hand-selected non-winners from the season prior, where the prize is entry into Champions Wildcard.

Champions Wildcard – 2023 to present, features all one, two and three-day champions from the season prior worth entry into the Tournament of Champions.

Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament (syndication) – 2023 to present, features past greats invited by producers to vie for a slot in Masters.

Jeopardy! Masters (primetime) – 2023 to present, features the six highest-ranked Jeopardy! champions competing against each other.

Celebrity Jeopardy! (primetime) – 1992 to present, has celebrities compete against each other to raise money for charity.

Pop Culture Jeopardy (streaming) – 2024 to present, will feature teams of three tasked with pop culture trivia on Amazon Prime, hosted by Colin Jost, airdate TBD

Jeopardy! has done away with specialized tournaments like its College Tournaments, Kids Week, and Professor’s Tournament to gear towards a more sports-like model, with Masters being the top of the Jeopardy pyramid.

Other versions of Jeopardy! have fizzled out throughout the years as well, like Sports Jeopardy!.

Earlier in the episode, Drew said his brother punished him for blanking on a question about Taylor’s album Fearless during a September show.

“I got a Taylor Swift question wrong, and went home worried that the Swifties would come rip me out of my bed one night, but it turns out the angriest Swiftie was my brother, who’s here today,” he said.

“The night before taping, he had prepared an entire practice board for me, and it was entirely Taylor Swift.”

Drew will return to the small screen after securing a spot in the preliminary round of the Second Chance tournament.