The back half of the finale focused on FBI‘s characters trying to track down the terrorist threat, while Jubal did his best to stay strong for his son. Given his injuries and the fact he was knocked into a coma, it was unclear if he would survive. Luckily, he did, avoiding yet another brush with death on the show.

Speaking with ScreenRant‘s Tatiana Hullender, Sisto explained what this tragedy meant for Jubal and his ex-wife, Sam, who was present during Tyler’s brush with death in the FBI midseason finale. Speaking to an essay written by Tyler the pair read together, Sisto said he’s not sure considering the complexities of Jubal’s relationship, but that he thinks they’ll be drawn closer:

Jubal and Sam have always had some level of friction between one another ever since her first appearance in season 1. She’s shown up sporadically since then, with her latest appearance tied to the worry both parents had for their son. This isn’t the first time Tyler’s life has been in danger, either, having battled leukemia back in season 3.

Based on Sisto’s statement, it seems like Jubal and Sam have a shot at getting closer to each other again, especially after Tyler almost died. While their son ends up surviving the midseason finale, the fact the pair almost lost him no doubt puts things in perspective for them about what’s most important in their lives.

While the actor doesn’t pinpoint how the incident could mend the broken bridge between the couple, the fact that FBI season 9 is already confirmed means there’s plenty of time for the show to focus on them. This could include the pair trying again romantically, or at the very least coming together to support their children more readily.

FBI season 8 returns in 2026.