Scott's Last Ride

There is some real separation happening now with Adam Lambert the clear favorite to become this season's American Idol. After another standout performance, one that brought Simon to his feet, it's so clear now that it will probably not even be close at the end.

Danny Gokey, my original pick to win the whole competition, also stood out with "Stand By Me." There are only two women left and 16 year old Allison has clearly moved ahead of Lil Rounds with consistent performances every week.

Handicapping the possible top 5, here's how I think it's going to fall:

Adam Lambert
Danny Gokey
Allison Iraheta
Kris Allen
Matt Giraud

Scott MacIntyre's story is inspiring. But America got it right this week in sending Scott home.
The judge's also did the right thing by not using the save. The save really needs to be used for someone who can actually win the competition. But the judges only have two more weeks to use it because the option goes away once we hit the top 5. There is the chance it will not be used at all. Which, for me, would be fine because the viewers should have total say in the outcome.
The idea for the save came after Michael Johns went home early last year. Does anyone really believe Michael Johns would have beaten David Cook had he stayed around longer? Or even finish second? I don't think so. What do you think?

Did America get it right? What do you think? Feel free to comment below and catch "Idol Chatter" with Kelly & Company on WARM 103.3.