Some take the plunge headfirst into uncharted water. Such was the case during Season 1 of “Can You Beat Biggy?” None of those challengers had a reference point for what they were getting themselves into.

Of course, there are others who tread a little more carefully, first scoping out the terrain and getting a feel for the possibilities before traipsing across or through the landscape in front of them. Scott Acornley fits the mold of the latter type.

“I’ve paid attention since Season 3,” the electrical engineer said following our Week 8 matchup at Mr.