Quite honestly Carter seemed more a warm body to slot in. WHile I didn't want her taking over Rodney's role (he and Radek handle that well enough), I didn't want her to sit around and do nothing or be wishy-washy. That's why I'd rather they get a civilian back in charge who isn't science, isn't military, so is a new role. oh hey, like Weir! Of course, we need some writers who can write her...