Andrew didn’t just rack up prize money, he captured the attention of viewers with his quick-fire wit, deep knowledge, and unshakable composure under pressure. From his debut game to his final appearance, Andrew’s run on the show was filled with unforgettable moments that showcased both his strategic gameplay and his winning personality. With a diverse roster of impressive players, few have matched Andrew's consistency and charisma.

Whether Andrew was pulling off clutch moves with Daily Doubles or charming the Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings with clever responses, he consistently delivered must-see TV. Fans praised him not just for his trivia prowess, but for how authentically he embraced the spirit of the game. Andrew struck a balance between competitive intensity and relatable humor, making each episode he played in more entertaining and engaging than the one prior to it. With his impressive seven-game win streak on the show, Andrew made it clear that he knew what it took to play, and what it took to win the game.

Andrew’s victories weren’t without their close calls during his impressive Jeopardy! win streak. Throughout the stretch on screen, Andrew found himself in nail-biting Final Jeopardy! scenarios, facing off against tough opponents who challenged him to raise his game. What ultimately set Andrew apart was his ability to stay calm and adapt his strategy on the fly, even when the scoreboard seemed stacked against him. His sharp instincts and encyclopedic recall earned him a well-deserved place in the current pantheon of fan-favorite champions, and landed him with a chance to compete in the tournament of champions on the long-running show.

Andrew's ability to move through the game using [strategic] tactics was fun to watch.

10 Andrew’s Tough Final Final Jeopardy Question

He Lost Out To A New Contender

After going on a Jeopardy! run that had long-time and casual viewers of the show excited, Andrew's final game in his seven-game win streak was a tough one. Coming up against Michelle Dolinski and Steven Hoying, Andrew had a tough game where he came in second place going in into Final Jeopardy. While there was still a chance he could gain momentum on the final question and wager enough to be put in a position to get himself into the lead, there was a slim chance he would win the game.

While Andrew was able to answer the question in the Fictional Characters category correctly, keeping himself in second place as host Ken looked to Steven for his answer, it was clear that he was going to have a tough time catching up with the competitor who'd racked up nearly $30,000 throughout the game. Ultimately, Steven answered the question correctly and maintained his lead, ending Andrew's run. While he was sad to be leaving Jeopardy!, he certainly wasn't empty-handed.

9 Andrew's High Answer Accuracy Rate

He Got Under 20 Clues Incorrect

According to The Jeopardy! Fan, Andrew's stats throughout his seven-game win streak were incredibly impressive, especially in of how many questions he answered correctly. While Andrew was often the first to buzz in on an answer, that doesn't always guarantee that his answer will be the correct one. Andrew's ability to move through the competition at a quick pace while giving the right answers was impeccable. In the span of seven games, Andrew answered a total of 150 questions.

In that 150 questions, Andrew answered 142 of them correctly, meaning he only answered 18 questions incorrectly across seven games. While there are have been other winners who have been more accurate, Andrew's accuracy level was incredibly high for someone moving through a stretch of seven games. His prowess and accuracy were major parts of what kept him in the game for over a week.

8 An Exciting Second Final Jeopardy Question

He Was Thrilled To Be A Two-Day Winner

Winning Jeopardy! in the first place is a massive achievement, as is even getting on the show, so Andrew was simply happy to be there when he got to the set and had the chance to compete. Shocked to have won his first game, Andrew moved into his second game with a bit more confidence. Though he wasn't overly cocky, Andrew knew that he could make it through a round of Jeopardy! with success, which helped bolster his second performance on the show. By the time Final Jeopardy hit, however, Andrew was in second place and trailing by over $10,000.

Andrew's second game had an exciting finish with the category of World Museums, and though he appeared very stressed about the idea of getting into the winners' circle, he was also happy to be part of the show. When Andrew got the question correctly, he was just $1 ahead of the leader of the game, but it would take a fumble to win the game. Thankfully for Andrew, the contestant leading the game didn't know the answer, and had wagered a fair bit of money that kept Andrew comfortably in the winners' circle.

7 A Rare Missed Final Jeopardy Question

Andrew Managed To Stay In The Game

On Andrew's sixth day in the competition, he had a comfortable lead by the time Final Jeopardy arrived. With a strange category, Places in the American Past, Andrew and his fellow competitors had to work hard to think through the question in the thirty second allotment, and by the time that time was up, it was clear they all felt some level of confusion. Andrew's fellow Jeopardy! contestants went first, and both were unable to get the right answer.

When it came to Andrew, who had a $25,000 lead on both of his competitors, he knew he would win the game regardless of what he did unless he'd bet all of his winnings on his answer. Even so, Andrew wagered a safe amount of around $8,000 with his answer, but found that it was the wrong choice. Even though he lost Final Jeopardy, Andrew was able to come away with the win.

6 An Easy, Exciting Win

Andrew Continued To Capitalize On His Success

During Andrew's fourth day of competition, he had a close match with his competitors as he wasn't able to capitalize on as many Daily Doubles in order to bolster his lead. Going into Final Jeopardy with just a few thousand dollars more than his closest competitor, the game was well within reach for either of his competitors if they were able to get the answer right and wager enough money. Andrew made it clear that he was ready to take risks to keep his Jeopardy! game streak going.

Wagering roughly half of his $17,000 earnings from the two rounds of play, Andrew responded with the correct answer to the question and, thankfully, was able to make it through to the next round. While he'd seemed nervous about his response at first, when it started to become clear that he was correct, he was happy to see that his competitors hadn't wagered enough to make a difference in the results. Andrew's fourth win was one he'd been hoping for.

5 A Near Miss In Final Jeopardy

Andrew Almost Lost His Streak

On the fifth day of Andrew's win streak, he was nervous about the possibility of going home and not making it to the coveted tournament of champions. While Andrew was nervous throughout the game and had some major competitors playing alongside him, he did his best to move through the competition with the same humor and grace he'd shown in earlier episodes. By Final Jeopardy, Andrew was in second place with just a few thousand dollars separating him and the contestant in first place.

With the category City Names, Andrew felt confident he'd be able to come up with an answer that made the difference. Wagering enough that he knew he'd beat his competitor if they didn't have the correct answer, Andrew placed a strategic bet on himself and was successful in moving the needle. Coming up with the right answer and having a solid wager, the contestant in first place didn't have a response and slipped into second place, leaving Andrew with another Jeopardy! win.

4 Reaching The Tournament Of Champions Threshold

After Five Games, Andrew Qualified

As previously mentioned, Andrew was lucky enough in his win streak to make it through seven games. At five wins, play in the Tournament of Champions, though in previous years the series has included players with three or four win streaks when there's the need to fill up more contestant space. While Andrew was playing for the love of the game, he was also keeping track of his wins and hopeful he'd be able to make it into the tournament.

Andrew's fifth win, which was a close call for the Jeopardy! winner, was a nail-biter that pushed him over the edge for the tournament. Excitingly enough, this means that Andrew will eventually return for more Jeopardy! in the future, and could find himself competing against the best of the best. Andrew's entry into the tournament was an exciting extra layer to his impressive win streak.

3 An Incredible First Episode Performance

Andrew's First Game Was Incredible

During Andrew's first episode on Jeopardy!, his fellow contestants got to see just how aggressive of a player he could be. Answering quickly and efficiently throughout the game, Andrew used Daily Doubles to his advantage and racked up an impressive amount of money, even before Final Jeopardy. While Andrew was able to move through the first two rounds of competition with ease, when he got to the end he wasn't entirely sure about the clue.

Andrew's first Final Jeopardy performance wasn't an impressive showing for his general knowledge, but it did let viewers see him working under duress. Andrew, next to his fellow contestants who had $2 and $4,800 respectively going into the final clue, was humble about the fact that he'd won $25,000 within the first rounds of the game. Wagering nothing because he didn't know the answer, Andrew was able to move into the next episode with a sense of confidence.

2 Andrew's Daily Double Dominance

He Consistently Used Them To Build

As Andrew moved through the competition, it was clear that he was excited about the idea that he'd get to use Daily Doubles in order to build up more money in the game. While this is a safe guard from being eliminated, in part, it's also a tricky maneuver unless you're certain about the category. Andrew often found himself unclear on whether he'd know the answer to a Daily Double question, but he would use the questions as leverage in the game.

During his seven-game win streak, Andrew used the Daily Doubles when he got them on the board, making big wagers in order to solidify himself in the competition or regain the lead when he'd lost it. Being strategic about the Daily Double questions isn't a new tactic by any means, but it's also not often that a Jeopardy! player gets the opportunity to stick around in the game long enough to strategize. Andrew's ability to move through the game using Daily Doubles as a tactic was fun to watch.

1 Winning With A Four Dollar Difference

Andrew Thought His Streak Was Over

Andrew's most exciting Jeopardy! moment came during his third day of competition, when he was working hard to ensure that he could beat his fellow competitors and stay on the show. While Andrew had done well throughout the two rounds of play, he was in first place but found himself struggling to see whether or not he'd be able to stay there, as his fellow competitors made lofty bets with their winnings. Answering the Final Jeopardy clue with ease, Andrew had to wait to see if his fellow competitors could rise to the occasion.

With both of Andrew's competitors getting the answer to the clue correct, it was down to his answer and wager to see if he would win for the day. Wagering an amount he'd hoped would put him over the edge, Andrew answered the clue correctly and found himself just four dollars ahead of the next closest contestant at the end of the game. Winning another game and bringing his streak to three days, Andrew was thrilled to be returning to Jeopardy! for another game.

Jeopardy! airs daily on ABC.

Sources: Jeopardy!/YouTube, The Jeopardy! Fan, Jeopardy!/YouTube, Jeopardy!/YouTube, Jeopardy!/YouTube, Jeopardy!/YouTube, Jeopardy!/Instagram, Jeopardy!/YouTube, Jeopardy!/YouTube