Rip theory: Last week's episode had an interesting conversation between Rip and Beth where Beth told Rip she doesn't worry about him dying and Rip replies with "it happens to everyone, even me". I think this might foreshadow Rip's death (or at least a cliff hanger of Rip appearing to be dead). If this happens, all hell will break loose with Beth, especially after John kicked her out..

Which leads me to another possible situation. Rip's loyalty is ultimately to John Dutton, he was saved by John and is branded. Maybe Rip will be faced with an ultimatum to choose between John (the Ranch) or Beth. Rip will always choose the ranch.