@Bermi
I'm all for brainstorming ideas and having robust discussion on ways to better enhance and keep participants engaged, however, this is generally best executed over the 'off season' rather than 'in season'.
I'm personally happy with how it's progressing in its second season so my suggestion is to keep the existing format for the remainder of this season and reassess for future seasons if the numbers continues to trend on current trajectory.
We really appreciate your initiative and work in administering to this competition and the last thing we want to do is create more work for you on the run.