American Idol men continue to struggle

This is the biggest week of the season for the "American Idol" semifinalists. A lot of times, there’s not a tremendous difference in future potential between the winner and some of the runners-up, but contestants eliminated in the semifinals are rarely heard from again.

Jennifer Hudson got enough exposure on the third season of “Idol” to land the “Dreamgirls” role that won her an Oscar. It’s doubtful that she would have even been called to audition had she not been a wild-card pick into the final 12. Taylor Hicks may have won last year, but Chris Daughtry will likely have the better career. Had either bowed out early, their lives might be very different today.

With all that on the line, the men shrank from the challenge instead of rising to the occasion. None of the eight performances were particularly memorable on a night when the opportunity to advance was there. This week, each contestant was asked to reveal something about themselves that might surprise people; not surprisingly, few said anything that implied an ability to perform under pressure.

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