Rate & Predict American Idol

American Idol Season 9 has so far been uncompetitive, as the show has devolved into Crystal Bowersox and the 8 dwarfs.  Crystal is, literally, the odds-on favorite to win American Idol, and it’s not very close.

To illustrate her dominance, I’ve created an infographic using the gambling data and judges’ quotes of which I’d been keeping track.  At the start of the Semi-final round on Feb. 22, Crystal was one of the early favorites at 15/2 odds (meaning, for every $2 you bet, you would win back $15), but still behind Audition Round favorites Andrew Garcia and Katie Stevens.

Now, Crystal is such a huge favorite that she is a less-than-even money bet.  To win $4, you have to wager $5.  If only I put money on Crystal before the Semi-final round…