After years away from the One Chicago spotlight, fans of Chicago P.D. may finally have a reason to celebrate.
Reports circulating within TV insider circles suggest that Sophia Bush, best known for portraying Detective Erin Lindsay, is preparing to make a powerful return to primetime television in a brand-new NBC project slated for 2026.
Bush, who originally starred on the hit NBC procedural from 2014 to 2017, has remained one of the most beloved figures in the One Chicago universe long after her departure.
Now, sources hint that the network is developing a new drama that could mark her long-awaited return in a leading role — with early buzz describing the series as “emotionally driven” and “unlike anything currently on NBC’s schedule.”
Industry chatter points to the upcoming project being part of NBC’s broader push to expand its 2025–2026 scripted lineup, as the network continues to invest in fresh storytelling across its drama slate.
While NBC has yet to officially confirm plot details, insiders claim the show could begin filming later this year, setting up a potential 2026 premiere — and possibly reintroducing Bush to audiences in a role as compelling as the one that made her a household name.
For longtime Chicago P.D. viewers, the idea of seeing Sophia Bush back under the NBC banner is already sparking excitement online — with many calling it the “return we’ve been waiting for.”
No premiere date has been announced… yet. But if the rumors prove true, 2026 might just mark one of NBC’s most anticipated comebacks. 👀📺