In one of the most talked-about cast shake-ups of the year, Tracker will head into Season 3 without two of its core supporting characters — Abby McEnany’s Velma and Eric Graise’s Bobby. Both exits have been confirmed by CBS, sparking a wave of fan discussion online about how the show will adapt without them.
Velma, with her dry humor and practical approach, was Colter’s behind-the-scenes researcher, keeping the information flowing when he was out in the field. Bobby, on the other hand, was the tech-savvy problem-solver who handled the digital side of Colter’s cases. Together, they formed a crucial support system that balanced Colter’s more dangerous, on-the-ground work.
According to sources close to the production, the decision to write out Velma and Bobby was part of a creative refocus. The show’s third season will lean more heavily into Colter’s solo missions and the personal stakes surrounding his family story. While this may strip away some of the show’s ensemble charm, it could also bring higher tension and more immediate danger to Colter’s adventures.
Fans have voiced mixed reactions — some lamenting the loss of the banter and teamwork, others curious to see how the “lone wolf” approach will reshape the series. CBS has hinted at introducing “new allies” who may temporarily step in to assist Colter, though it’s unclear if these characters will become recurring or simply case-of-the-week partners.
For now, Hartley and Fiona Rene will carry the core dynamic, and with Jensen Ackles’ Russell Shaw stepping into a more prominent role, Season 3 may still deliver the chemistry and conflict viewers crave — just in a very different package.
