Persuasion — [s9e17]

: Critics mention that JJ feels "condescending" or unlikable in this specific arc, while team leads like Hotch feel underused or "invisible". Community Perspectives

: Some reviewers felt the identity of the true killer was obvious early on, leading to a lack of genuine suspense. [S9E17] Persuasion

The Criminal Minds episode is widely regarded as a solid, character-driven "filler" episode. While the central mystery of bodies found drowned in the Las Vegas desert is somewhat predictable, the episode excels in its subplots involving Spencer Reid and David Rossi . Episode Summary : Critics mention that JJ feels "condescending" or

: David Clennon receives high marks for his performance as Marvin, providing "mystery and gravitas" to the tunnel community. Areas for Improvement 📉 [S9E17] Persuasion