# Big Brother 28: Shifting alliances and HOH gameplay

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/big-brother-28-contestant-dynamics-and-evictions
> Updated: 2026-09-07T00:45:35.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 5.

Following the eviction of Haley Thogmartin after Barrett Pfeiffer betrayed the Crossover alliance, contestant Mallory Aurichio provided further insight into her exit. Aurichio noted she had trusted the ‘Mosh Pit’ alliance, specifically Dee Valladares, based on reassurances from Barrett, but ultimately identified Drew Campbell as the player who betrayed her most during the season.

Strategic maneuvering has intensified as Dee Valladares planned a blindside targeting Rick Devens, intending to coordinate with Angela Murray to flip the house vote, though reports indicated Barrett also intended to shift his position. 

Following the eviction of Lala, the house dynamics have shifted toward a power struggle between the ‘Icons’ alliance—comprising Devens, Murray, and Valladares—and newer players. Barrett Pfeiffer recently secured Head of Household (HOH) status, providing him the opportunity to target the Icons. 

Amidst these conflicts, Yash Patel is employing a strategy of stepping back to allow the Icons and other new players to compete against one another. While Patel has utilized deals and bribes to influence votes, his current approach aims to let rival factions exhaust their resources, potentially positioning him for a stronger game once the Icons are eliminated.

## Claims

- Mallory Aurichio feels betrayed by Drew Campbell following her eviction from Big Brother 28. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Drew Campbell provided information to the Icons alliance, consisting of Dee Valladares, Rick Devens, and Angela Murray. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Drew Campbell informed Kamu Kirk that Aurichio was targeting him. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Aurichio believes Yash Patel is best positioned to win the competition. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Mallory Aurichio was the seventh houseguest evicted from Big Brother 28. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Mallory Aurichio trusted the Mosh Pit alliance and Dee based on reassurance from Barrett. (single source)
- Mallory Aurichio identified Drew as the player who betrayed her most during the season. (single source)
- Haley was evicted following a betrayal of the Crossover alliance by Barrett. (single source)
- Dee Valladares planned to flip her vote against Devens to blindside the house alongside Angela Murray. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Big Brother 28: Shifting alliances and HOH gameplay

Big Brother 28 contestants are navigating shifting alliances as Barrett Pfeiffer wins HOH and Yash Patel employs a strategy of letting rival factions compete to weaken one another.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-brother-28-shifting-alliances-and-hoh-gameplay

### 2026-09-02: Big Brother 28: Contestants navigate shifting alliances and betrayals

Big Brother 28 contestants navigate shifting alliances, including Mallory Aurichio's reflections on betrayal and Dee Valladares's strategic plans to blindside Devens.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-brother-28-contestants-navigate-shifting-alliances-and-betrayals

### 2026-08-31: Mallory Aurichio claims betrayal by Drew Campbell on Big Brother 28

Big Brother 28 contestant Mallory Aurichio says she feels betrayed by Drew Campbell for sharing information with rival alliances following her seventh-place eviction.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mallory-aurichio-claims-betrayal-by-drew-campbell-on-big-brother-28

### 2026-08-28: Mallory Aurichio discusses betrayal by Drew Campbell after Big Brother eviction

Big Brother contestant Mallory Aurichio expressed disappointment and feelings of betrayal after ally Drew Campbell voted for her eviction during season 28.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mallory-aurichio-discusses-betrayal-by-drew-campbell-after-big-brother-eviction

### 2026-08-05: Drew Campbell Faces Eviction Twist on Big Brother 28

Big Brother 28’s week‑4 eviction sees allies rally to protect Drew Campbell after he was nominated by Head of Household Haley Thogmartin, sparking a vote flip and a confrontation over his role as a “pawn.”

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/drew-campbell-faces-eviction-twist-on-big-brother-28

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Cite as: Big Brother 28: Shifting alliances and HOH gameplay. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/big-brother-28-contestant-dynamics-and-evictions