I get it. Really I don't think he's memorable or iconic enough for people to be
that excited after 7 seasons. He was in what, 6 episodes tops?
Honestly though, while I wasn't attached to a lot of the characters I think that season as a whole was my favorite. I think the show itself was a lot more cinematic and organic back then. I assume that was Frank Darabont's doing.
Season 4 has more single, specific episodes that I love though.
Oh for sure. You never know what they might do.