I just started season 3 this week. I'm 6 episodes in. It's interesting because, at least so far, it really feels like a transition season. Joey and Dawson spend no time together and then Pacey and Joey strike up their friendship. It's interesting to watch because the first 6 eps do seem a little bit like the writers are trying to figure out what to do with everyone.
I got a kick out of Jen being on head cheerleader though.
What's also interesting is that in the very first episode of the season, the writer's set the tone. Now that I know what's ahead, it's pretty obvious they were foreshadowing Pacey/Joey in the future of the season. Very interesting.
