Unless his murderer stole his laptop and he has it set to stay logged-in.
It's not that there's no reason to start the next round, there is no way to start the next round. It is Joe's challenge, afterall.
I think that this type of thing need not be said. We would rather you drop the worthless bounties and join us, but you are free to do whatever you believe to be the best thing for you to do.
I think a team might get in the way more than they'd maximize efficiency. Joe has earned themselves a bit of vacation time. We can be patient for the next round and the announcement. Allow the suspense to build and empassion you.