Jess Knight’s exit from NCIS seems imminent, with showrunner Steven D. Binder likening it to significant character departures like Gibbs and Tony. Binder suggests that Jess’ season 21 storyline was meticulously planned to provide a proper sendoff, indicating a definite exit rather than a cliffhanger. Actress Katrina Law has hinted at Jess Knight’s departure, suggesting that her character may be moving on to realize her full potential elsewhere.