Crazy arresting antics, romantic drama, and an amazing cast? We have a whole lot of love for Brooklyn Nine Nine – and GIFs.

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Andy Samberg is having a moment.

On the heels of his triumphant hosting job at the Emmys comes the season 3 premiere of his Golden Globe-winning sitcom Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

Like 21 Jump Street meets Parks and Recreation, the offbeat comedy follows the day-to-day lives of the 99th Precinct of the NYPD. But much like a real police force, Samberg would be nothing without the rest of his B99 squad.

From the wacky relationships to the madcap situations, there’s a lot to love about this series that’s hitting it’s stride. Here are the things we adore the most:

#1: The 99th Precinct’s office antics

Using the workplace shredder to destroy your fierce leggings in a fit of rage? Showing dead bodies to impressionable elementary schoolers? Transforming the entire police department into an elaborate bagel-burning gaming ceremony the second Captain Holt turns his back? These are all acceptable and welcome uses of company time and tax dollars.

#2: Will They, Won’t They, Should They: Santiago and Peralta edition

What sets these star-crossed lovers apart from other stale will-they-won’t-they sitcom couples is how genuine they are, both on their own and in their relationship. Jake is a loveably boyish goofball; Amy is a kind-hearted overachiever. In every situation, these two are first and foremost their delightful selves. It’s criminal not to fall in love with these characters, but the fact they aren’t officially together yet is an even bigger crime.

#3: Gina and Diaz…just being themselves

They may not always be front and center, but Gina (Chelsea Peretti) and Diaz (Stephanie Beatriz) steal every scene they are in. Between Gina’s worship of her spirit animal and twin (a wolf and Beyonce, respectively) and Diaz’s soul-piercing death stares, these fierce NYC professionals make the 99 worth watching. Just don’t tell Diaz that she’s included on the same list entry as Gina. Diaz does not play around when it comes to revenge.

#4: Jake and Charles’ bromance

If Amy’s love for Jake is secretive and subtle, Charles’ (Joe Lo Truglio) love for him is the exact opposite – loud and often overwhelming. But don’t dismiss this obsessive friendship as one-sided: Jake needs Charles’ nurturing as much as Charles needs Jake sarcastic ribbing. Their relationship is a symbiotic one at its finest, making Jake and Charles one of the greatest best friend duos on the air.

#5: Jeffords’ sugary center

Sure, Sergeant Jeffords (Terry Crews) may look like a badass who could put you in the hospital with his pinkie, but fans know the real Terr-bear. Underneath the Sergeant’s rock-hard bod lies a squishy tenderness that stems from an intense love for his family and genuine concern for the safety of his squad. It’s enough to make us want to hug him like the giant teddy bear he not-so-secretly is.

#6: The top-notch detective work

All comedy and no drama makes for a boring cop show. Brooklyn Nine Nine delivers on both fronts. Quippy one-liners are constantly interrupted by thug chases, fistfights, cracks in cases, and arrests galore. The entire show watches as an epic ode to Hollywood portrayals of cop life.

#7: Every word out of Captain Holt’s mouth

Among a cast of genius characters, it’s Captain Ray Holt’s (Andre Braugher) painful lack of humor that consistently wins the day. Whether he’s praising his favorite meal (plain toast) or memorizing lists of orchids for party small talk, you can guarantee that every word out of Captain Holt’s mouth will be intense, sincere, and utterly tweetable.

But after his promotion last season, it looks like Brooklyn may have lost one of its greatest captains. Why such a cruel cliffhanger, FOX? More importantly, can Season 3 hurry up already?

Season 3 of Brooklyn Nine Nine premieres Sunday, September 27 at 8:30/7:30c on FOX.