it's not something I hold against Chibnall.
Ah, but people do... I thought I'd see if there was anything to it.

First, I thought Torchwood was trying too hard to be "adult." (I think the second series was much better.)
It was trying WAY too hard, bless it. As you say, it found a good balance in S2.

:: shrug :: I guess we'll see in a year.
It's hugely unlikely, considering that Doctor Who is a children's show.