Damn spoiler tags, lol. I just watched this! I, too, was having doubts the first episode in regards to Varner's sexuality, but it was pretty clear for me that he's gay now.

I love him though. He's a guy I can actually root for.
Abi > Shirin, sorry. I like Shirin and I wish her well, but she needed to go. She was playing too hard too fast. This episode really reminded me of the importance of your social game. Something Shirin and Spencer never had but were lucky to coast to jury in their seasons. I hope Spencer is NEXT.