I honestly think he's a lock to win Monday. I really don't think they'd be this obvious about all these "appearances" trying to drum up interest only to see him be a big loser (relatively speaking) on that very day. He can do the promo stuff for Jeopardy (he's done a little press already)--- just not say anything about upcoming shows...
If he loses on Monday, it'll be a real downer. For the Jep producers, too, I am sure.
Brent