Overview

• Will LaMontagne Jr., JJ's husband, dies of a sudden aneurysm in Episode 2, a storyline prompted by actor Josh Stewart's departure from the series.
• Matthew Gray Gubler makes a highly anticipated return as Spencer Reid in Episode 3, appearing at Will's funeral to support JJ and her family.
• The episode includes nods to original series characters, with mentions of Aaron Hotchner and Derek Morgan, who send flowers in lieu of attending the funeral.
• Showrunner Erica Messer confirmed that Gubler's limited return aligns with his commitments to CBS's delayed series 'Einstein,' now set for the 2026–27 season.
• Fans are speculating about a potential romantic storyline between JJ and Reid, though the writers have not confirmed any such developments.