David Born

Sucre and Michael attempt to take off with the money, but their plan leads them into deep water. Meanwhile, Sara realises that she is in serious danger, and Lincoln risks an ambush when he heads to Arizona to reunite with LJ.

Homecoming at the newly reopened school prompts Eric to investigate East Dillon's history; Tami feels the wrath of the boosters; Matt and Tim go on a spur-of-the-moment hunting trip.

Saracen's grandmother's mental health rapidly deteriorates; Lyla learns that she has been accepted to her dream college; tensions between Joe and J.D. escalate.

The new bad boy in town woos Tyra; Saracen's mother tries to re-enter his life; Smash leaves Dillon for the first time.

Matt prepares for college; Lyla's dreams are in the hands of an estranged uncle; coach Taylor feels uncertain about the future.

Tami must defend her job and her actions when a parent asks for her termination as principal of East Dillon. Elsewhere, Julie starts making big plans for her future.