There was also a moment from Ruzek that was easy to overlook in the aftermath of the fall finale, but now that the wait has begun for the winter premiere in the 2025 TV schedule, I’m looking back at his reaction and what Patrick John Flueger previously told CinemaBlend about Ruzek and Burgess’ promotion.
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It did, however, remind me of what Patrick John Flueger previewed about Burgess back when we spoke after the Season 12 premiere.
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All in all, I’m glad to finally share the insight that Patrick John Flueger revealed about how the first two episodes set up Ruzek for the first half of Season 12, since Burgess’ detective arc wasn’t promoted until well past the premiere.
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And since this is Ruzek and his feelings for Burgess that we’re talking about, “took offense” meant confronting Torres directly rather than letting it simmer.