After weeks of hiatus, Chicago P.D. is finally back with Season 13 Episode 8, titled “Good Old Desk.” The Intelligence Unit returns on January 7, 2026, bringing fans a long-awaited continuation of the storyline that left viewers on edge in Episode 7. As NBC’s flagship police drama enters the second half of its thirteenth season, expectations are high — and the upcoming episode promises intensity, moral conflict, and a potential shift within the unit.
From what has been teased so far, Episode 8 is set to pick up directly after the chilling cliffhanger involving Raymond Bell, whose presence has become one of the most unpredictable elements of the season. Episode 7 closed with a sense of something larger at play — a threat expanding beyond Bell himself and hinting at the involvement of a more organized and dangerous network. “Good Old Desk” appears poised to peel back those layers, placing Voight’s team under even tighter pressure.
Hank Voight is expected to take center stage, as the veteran sergeant confronts both external danger and internal tension. Season 13 has emphasized a recurring theme: Voight can no longer rely solely on instinct; every decision now comes with political scrutiny, personal consequences, and moral complexity. Episode 8 may push him to revisit old habits — or force him to evolve past them.
Meanwhile, Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek (Burzek), fresh off the emotional weight of their Makayla-focused storyline earlier in the season, may find themselves pulled deeper into the Bell investigation. Burgess’ empathy-driven approach and Ruzek’s tactical instincts make them an essential pairing in unraveling the case. Fans are also anticipating whether “Good Old Desk” hints at new developments in their personal relationship, which Season 13 has subtly reignited.
Another major presence this episode is Atwater, who has grown into one of the show’s strongest moral anchors. His history with systemic injustice and his fierce protection of community members often place him at odds with conventional policing. Episode 8 could once again position him as the emotional compass — especially if Bell’s network affects vulnerable neighborhoods.
Expect Upton’s absence to continue to cast a shadow over the unit. While she exited earlier in the season, her departure has changed team dynamics in ways the writers still explore. Episode 8 may reflect how Intelligence continues to adjust, both operationally and emotionally.
Above all, “Good Old Desk” is expected to deliver what Chicago P.D. does best: high-stakes action, gritty investigation, and difficult choices that blur the line between justice and survival. With the Bell storyline set to escalate, fans should brace for tension, revelations, and possibly a setup for an even bigger confrontation later in the season.
