I have to admit, I wasn't too enthused by the idea of having Clark Gregg back playing a different character than Coulson, but Sarge and his team are definitely growing on me. There's a lot more to unpack about their purpose for being on Earth.
I LOVE Deke. I mean, he's a rat, but I love him anyway. Props to the writers for bringing him back in a big and hilarious way. Everything about what he did in this episode fit perfectly with his characterization from the previous season. His girlfriend character was also enjoyable - a caricature, to be sure, but I don't mind. I actually love SHIELD's track record for juxtaposing the serious with the ridiculous.
This episode and the last had both me and my dad laughing like maniacs, and yet managed to keep the feeling of tension and suspense all the while.
Definitely my favorite show right now.