He’s back on the (Banker’s) island.

“I mean, it’s brutal,” Mariano toldEntertainment Weeklyabout the penalty when the episode first aired.

“No shade, I definitely looked at the other person’s puzzle, and that’s it.

Boston Rob Mariano on ‘Deal or No Deal Island’

Boston Rob Mariano on ‘Deal or No Deal Island’.Monty Brinton/NBC

I mean, I’m not going to sit here and make an excuse.”

But in general, the player enjoyed his time in the game.

“And overall, just a spectacular experience.

Boston Rob Mariano on ‘Deal or No Deal Island’

Boston Rob Mariano on ‘Deal or No Deal Island’.Monty Brinton/NBC

A lot of fun.”

Yep, sounds like Rob.