The Walking Dead Season 7: 9 Big Questions We're Asking After 'Service'

3. How Much Longer Will Rick Stay Broken?

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If the season premiere didn't make it clear, this episode really does: Rick Grimes is a broken man. He's been defeated by Negan, and he can't get back up. There's still some fire within him, but he's too afraid to let it out.

It's not a bad move, but it is one that cannot last. Rick is the lead character of this show, and he's not going to stay down for too long. It may be a little while yet, but eventually enough will be enough and he'll realise he has to fight back. The question is when?

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