As Thanksgiving weekend rolled in, Chicago P.D. fans found themselves buzzing with speculation after NBC unexpectedly dropped a subtle—but intriguing—holiday tease across its social channels. The network didn’t confirm anything directly, yet the timing and wording were enough to send the One Chicago fandom into full detective mode.
A Thanksgiving Tease That Felt… Intentional
Late Thursday afternoon, NBC shared a simple festive graphic featuring the Chicago skyline, a warm holiday greeting, and the line:
“Stay tuned, Chicago.”
No episode stills.
No cast photos.
No hashtags about Season 13.
Just vague enough to be innocent — but specific enough to get fans whispering.
Within minutes, comment sections filled with questions:
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“Are we getting a new promo?”
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“Season 13 BTS pics??”
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“PLEASE tell me this means someone is returning…”
And the theories kept coming.
Is NBC Teasing a New Promo for Season 13?
Thanksgiving has always been a strategic time for NBC. Over the years, the network has used major holidays to release:
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early teasers
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cast photos
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first-look behind-the-scenes clips
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or surprise announcements about returning characters
With Chicago P.D. currently building momentum toward its next season, fans believe a fresh promo may be just around the corner. The network often releases key footage in late November or early December—exactly the window we’re in now.
Possibility #1: A Behind-the-Scenes Photo Drop
One of the strongest fan predictions is a BTS gallery from the set.
Why?
Because the cast has been spotted together more often lately—some at events, some in Chicago, some posting unusually coordinated photos.
Even a single candid shot of the Intelligence Unit—Marina Squerciati, LaRoyce Hawkins, Tracy Spiridakos, or Patrick John Flueger—would immediately dominate the One Chicago fandom.
Possibility #2: A New Filming Update From the Cast
NBC has sometimes let cast members tease things themselves.
A quick Instagram Story…
A cryptic caption…
A snapshot of the studio parking lot…
That alone would be enough to send fans into a frenzy. Given that several actors have been more active on social media this month, the timing aligns too perfectly.
Possibility #3: A Return of a Fan-Favorite Character
This is the theory fans are most excited about — and the most speculative. But the fact remains:
Every time NBC drops vague holiday teasers, fans immediately mention Jesse Lee Soffer or other past cast members whose return would make headlines instantly.
A Thanksgiving weekend tease doesn’t confirm anything…
But it definitely doesn’t shut the door, either.
The Buzz Is Exactly What NBC Wanted
Whether intentional or not, NBC succeeded in one thing:
reigniting the hype.
Thanksgiving is a warm, emotional holiday, and the perfect backdrop for teasing something heartfelt, nostalgic, or surprising. Even without confirming a promo, the network managed to get thousands of fans predicting, theorizing, and refreshing their feeds.
So… Is a New Promo Coming?
Nothing is announced — yet.
But if NBC follows its usual pattern, fans might not have to wait long.
A Thanksgiving tease today…
A December reveal next week…
It wouldn’t be the first time the network played the long game.
Until then, One Chicago fans remain on alert — with eyes on NBC’s every move, waiting for the moment the next big clue drops.
