Jessica Knight chose to prioritize her career at the end of the NCIS Season 21 finale, leaving fans unsure of her future on the show. Knight’s decision to train the next generation of REACT teams hinted at a potential exit for actress Katrina Law, but no official announcement of her departure has been made. This leaves open the possibility of Knight returning to the team.
Potential Reasons for Knight’s Return
Reconsidering Her Career Decision
Knight might realize that training new REACT agents isn’t what she envisioned. While career advancement was her goal, she may find that she misses the action and camaraderie of fieldwork. This storyline could normalize the idea that changing one’s mind about a career path isn’t a failure, but a part of personal growth. Television often reflects real-life experiences, and showing Knight’s potential return to the field could resonate with viewers.
Exploring Her Relationship with Palmer
Knight’s new role would mean a long-distance relationship with Palmer, something she believes can work but Palmer is hesitant about. This dynamic could be explored in multiple ways:
- Attempting Long-Distance: Knight could appear sporadically as they try to make the relationship work, with scenes showing the challenges and efforts involved.
- Deciding Against Long-Distance: If the long-distance relationship proves too difficult, Knight could return to check in with the team, providing updates on her career and maintaining a connection with Palmer.
Future Possibilities
Knight could start the season still in a relationship with Palmer, appearing in a few episodes before deciding whether to continue long-distance or end things. This could set up a storyline where Knight leaves permanently if they realize the relationship doesn’t work with the distance.
As of now, there is no official word on whether Katrina Law will return for NCIS Season 22. The showrunners appear to be keeping this information under wraps until the fall premiere, keeping fans in suspense about Knight’s future on the series.