Louanne Stephens

A high-school football team holds the hopes of Dillon, Texas, as the players prepare for the season opener.

The second-string quarterback finds himself in the spotlight in the wake of Jason Street's serious injury. As game day approaches the team appears united, pledging to win the game for a teammate.

The town turns on coach Taylor following a difficult loss. Emotion and frustration culminate in a fight as the team's injured quarterback begins rehabilitation.

Coach Taylor must find a way to bring the team together against its biggest rival. Jason Street's new roommate at the rehab centre makes him realise his potential for recovery.

Team members prepare for their first playoff game, as coach Taylor struggles between readying for the game and dealing with Smash's situation. Tyra and Julie start an unlikely friendship, and Riggins reconnects with his estranged father.

One game away from the playoffs, the Panthers work hard to get their minds back into game mode. Smash's mum discovers something that could destroy his football dreams.