In the ever-expanding One Chicago universe, crossovers aren’t just fan service — they’re fuel for storytelling. With Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med sharing characters, cases, and crises, viewers have grown used to the lines between these departments blurring. And now, with Jocelyn Hudon’s paramedic Lyla Novak making waves on Chicago Fire, the actress already knows exactly how her character could seamlessly slide into Chicago P.D. next season.

Hudon, who joined Chicago Fire as the fresh, passionate, and unflinchingly brave Lyla Novak, has quickly become a fan favorite. From her intense first day on Ambulance 61 to her dynamic chemistry with Violet and the rest of Firehouse 51, Novak has shown she’s not just another temporary medic. She’s got grit, heart, and, as it turns out, big crossover potential.

“I’ve thought about it a lot,” Hudon shared during a recent interview. “The worlds of Fire and P.D. collide all the time, and Novak is the kind of character who wouldn’t sit on the sidelines if something went wrong. She’d fight for her patients — even if it meant butting heads with Intelligence.”

It’s not just speculation. The One Chicago shows have a long history of building cross-show storylines around victims who pass through the ER or ride in an ambulance — only for deeper criminal investigations to spin out of what initially looked like a routine emergency. And given that Chicago P.D. has tackled harrowing topics like domestic abuse, trafficking, and systemic corruption, it’s not hard to imagine Novak finding herself caught in the middle of one of those narratives.

Imagine this: Novak and Violet respond to a call involving a teenage girl with mysterious injuries. The girl is tight-lipped, but Novak suspects she’s not just another accident victim. She pushes for answers, and when the girl clams up again in the hospital, Novak can’t let it go. She brings her concerns to someone in the department — maybe even Upton or Atwater — and from there, the storyline takes off. A joint investigation. Novak pushing boundaries. And for the first time, she’s not just saving lives on the spot — she’s helping bring justice long after the sirens have faded.

Hudon’s passion for her character is evident, and it’s part of what’s made her such a natural fit on Chicago Fire. In a franchise where longevity isn’t guaranteed — and where new characters often take time to gain trust — Novak has already left a lasting impression. Her mix of emotional vulnerability and field strength has created a character fans are eager to see more of.

“I think what fans connect with in Novak is that she’s still idealistic,” Hudon said. “She hasn’t been hardened by the job yet. She still believes she can make a difference. And sometimes, that optimism is what you need in a world as dark as Chicago P.D.”

That optimism could also serve as a powerful foil to the emotional weight that P.D. characters often carry. After a season where Hailey Upton has lost her partner and struggled with her sense of self, a crossover arc involving Novak could provide not only narrative tension but also a moment of emotional clarity. What does it look like when someone still believes justice can work, even when surrounded by those who’ve lost faith in the system?

Of course, whether or not the writers make this crossover a reality remains to be seen. But Hudon’s vision is clear, and the groundwork is already there. With Chicago P.D. always on the lookout for emotionally complex cases, and Chicago Fire having spent the past decade creating connections across departments, it wouldn’t take much to place Novak right in the middle of a gripping joint investigation.

“There’s a lot more to explore with Novak,” Hudon emphasized. “She’s strong, but she’s still learning. She cares deeply, and that can be her greatest strength — or her biggest vulnerability. I think P.D. could challenge her in ways Fire doesn’t.”

And fans seem to agree. Social media has already lit up with crossover theories and fan edits placing Novak alongside Voight, Halstead (in flashbacks), and Ruzek. Some even suggest Novak could form a deeper bond with someone in Intelligence — though Hudon is staying tight-lipped on any romance potential. “Right now, she’s focused on doing what’s right. But hey, who knows?”