Don't really think they could do elsewise without securing a longer ban. I called it as deliberate as soon as I replayed it after the game.
He saved Rick's bacon right at the very start, mate. Fan forums have been saying that Daryl gets it, but I don't think the show will kill him off just yet. He's Rick's right hand man ffs! Personally, I hope the priest gets it. Or that gay bloke (but not because he's gay, you understand).
I don't know, mate. I quite like her kick-ass attitude. Mind you, Rick's been giving her one, so her days must be numbered. He's not had much luck with the chicks in this show.