The Return of Rachel Nichols on Criminal Minds

Now that Criminal Minds has returned to its family core in season 7, viewers can begin to appreciate in a clearer light the character of Ashley Seaver as portrayed by Rachel Nichols - a powerful actress with incredible range of intensity, emotion, and electrifying presence of character. Long-standing fans of the show are already expressing their sadness of not seeing Ashley Seaver return, a testimony to Rachel Nichols' dynamic abilities.

With the Criminal Minds family intact, Ashley Seaver can now be re-introduced, re-invigorated and fully developed in a collaborative manner that will not only bring passionate performances into the series; but a new generation of viewers who sympathize with alienation, struggle, and finally, acceptance - a new generation wanting to find a way to watch Criminal Minds and can do so with Ashley Seaver as their powerful, front-running icon.

As Criminal Minds continues to season, its overall success is dependent, not on cuts, but on additions. Quality additions. Quality performances. And none more so qualified than Rachel Nichols who has weathered through the virulent tide; yet, leaving a mark magnificent enough for fans to warrant her return.

We, the fans, would love nothing more than the continued success of Criminal Minds. And what better way for Criminal Minds to succeed even further than with the return of Rachel Nichols to the family as Ashley Seaver.