As Tracker gears up for its third season, the show’s emotional landscape is shifting. While much of the spotlight has been on Colter Shaw’s high-stakes pursuits, fans have become increasingly invested in the personal journeys of the characters who surround him. With two core cast members no longer returning, the emotional weight now rests even heavier on the shoulders of those who remain — particularly Colter and Reenie. Here’s a closer look at the personal lives of the Tracker characters as Season 3 approaches.
Colter Shaw: Haunted by the Past, Running Toward the Truth
Colter Shaw, played by Justin Hartley, has always been a man on the move — physically and emotionally. Season 2 peeled back more layers of his traumatic past: the disappearance of his father, the mental instability in his family, and the guilt he still carries from the events of his youth.
In Season 3, with fewer companions at his side, fans can expect Colter’s internal world to take center stage. Showrunners have hinted at deeper exploration into his childhood journals and even a possible confrontation with someone from his family’s past. Alone on the road more than ever, his stoic demeanor may begin to crack — exposing a side of Colter we’ve never seen before.
Reenie Greene: Holding the Line Amid the Fallout
Reenie (played by Fiona Rene) steps into a more prominent role in Season 3. As Colter’s logistical backbone and emotional anchor, she has kept his nomadic lifestyle functional — and grounded.
With Bobby and Velma no longer in the picture, Reenie now juggles not just case logistics but emotional support. Her background as a cyber-sleuth with a mysterious past could take the spotlight, especially if her own secrets start to surface. Fans have long speculated about her motivations and why she remains loyal to Colter. Season 3 could be the season we learn what she’s running from, too.
The Absence of Bobby and Velma: Emotional Ripples
The confirmed exits of Bobby Exley (Eric Graise) and Velma Bruin (Abby McEnany) have left a noticeable emotional vacuum in Tracker. Bobby brought humor and heart with his sharp wit and tech genius, while Velma served as a grounding presence with a tough-but-caring maternal vibe.
Their absence won’t go unnoticed in-universe. Colter and Reenie are expected to address the changes early in the season — both practically and emotionally. Will their departures be written as sudden? Or will there be a tribute that offers closure and honors their journey? Either way, their influence is likely to echo throughout Season 3.
New Faces, New Dynamics?
While CBS has yet to officially announce replacements or new series regulars, casting rumors suggest that two new characters may enter the fold: a younger bounty hunter with a reckless streak and a forensic psychologist with ties to Colter’s past. These new characters may test Colter’s trust and push Reenie to reevaluate her role in his world.
The addition of fresh faces could also reignite the themes of isolation and found family — cornerstones of Tracker’s emotional identity.
What Fans Can Expect Emotionally in Season 3
With fewer characters, Tracker Season 3 may slow down and lean into more introspective storytelling. Expect dream sequences, flashbacks, and solitary moments that reveal what’s truly weighing on Colter and Reenie. This shift could make the emotional moments hit harder, with fewer voices but more intimate impact.
Themes of grief, loyalty, and redemption are likely to run stronger than ever. Will Colter finally allow himself to grieve? Can Reenie keep herself from burning out as she takes on more than ever before?
Conclusion: A More Personal Tracker Than Ever Before
While some fans are still mourning the loss of Bobby and Velma, Tracker Season 3 is shaping up to be the show’s most emotionally raw chapter yet. By narrowing its focus on Colter and Reenie, the series may finally explore the deeper truths that have always been lurking beneath the surface — not just about the cases, but about the people behind the hunt.
As Colter continues to chase down the missing, maybe this season, it’s his own peace he’s really tracking.
