Things are heating up in Chicago Fire– Is Pascal coming for Herrmann? 

Yes, in the latest episode of Chicago Fire, tensions are escalating between Chief Dom Pascal and Christopher Herrmann, and the show is gradually building the conflict. Following the departure of Battalion Chief Wallace Boden, Herrmann was initially considered for the role. The episode, 'Post-Mortem,' already suggested that Boden is grooming Herrmann for his role to take over Firehouse 51. The show later introduced Chief Dom Pascal, portrayed by Dermot Mulroney, as Boden's successor.

In the next episode, Permanent Damage. Mouch—Herrmann’s longtime friend and fellow firefighter—speaks negatively about Pascal behind his back, which further reignites this power tussle. The show suggests that the team's loyalty might shift, and things are heating up in Chicago Fire. Read on to know more.

Here is what is happening between Pascal and Herrmann in Chicago Fire

This shift has created a competitive atmosphere at Firehouse 51. Showrunner Andrea Newman hinted at a potential conflict involving Herrmann and Mouch while speaking with TV Insider, suggesting that one might be transferred to make room for career advancement.

The initial tension arises when Pascal, trying to make a strategic personnel move, encourages Mouch to apply for a lieutenant position at another firehouse. However, he bluntly turns him down, showing no intention to leave Forehouse 51. Pascal then cunningly plants a doubt in Mouch's mind, with Herrmann already taking the chief's test. In the next episode, it only escalated when Stella's kid got Pascal's approval to attend a high-level training course in Maryland. When Mouch goes to Pascal with his willingness to attend the same, he suffers a dismissive attitude. Mouch realised how he was undermining his progress by not sticking with Pascal and questioning him.

Therefore, the leadership of Firehouse 51 has become central in Chicago Fire. In 'Post-Mortem,' Herrmann’s criticism of Chief Pascal’s decisions during a catastrophic call—one that left Jack Damon hospitalised—brings him into a serious conversation with Boden. Herrmann expected some validation from Boden, but instead was met with harsh words, as Boden reminded him that he can't judge someone who is doing the work if he's not doing it himself. Contrarily, it is Pascal who mentors Herrmann in this situation by showing him what it truly takes to be a leader.

Mouch is playing a catalyst to heat things between Pascal and Herrmann in Chicago Fire

Mouch's action has put Pascal and Herrmann against each other, as no one is taking up the test for the Chief, and Mouch sees himself and his close friend as the new leaders of Firehouse 51. This has created a rift between Pascal and Herrmann, though Herrmann, who doesn't even truly want the position, while Pascal doesn't want to leave the position without a face-off.

While Herrmann has expressed admiration for Pascal's leadership, the underlying tension suggests that a showdown between the two is imminent. Therefore, fans can indeed expect more drama ahead in Chicago Fire. Not just between Pascal and Herrmann, but the show may also portray Mouch and Herrmann at odds due to unexpected events.

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The new season of Chicago Fire will drop on May 7, 2025, and it can be streamed on Hulu.

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