Nieko Mann

Brian is determined to get a football scholarship despite recent events; Tami runs into her high-school boyfriend, now a real estate mogul; Jason must decide if he is willing to change his life completely; Tim continues his pursuit of Lyla.

It's the state championship so the Dillon Panthers are gearing up for the state championship and all eyes are on Coach Taylor.

The first Friday night of the season holds surprises for the Panthers; Smash and Saracen's problems get the best of them; Eric returns to see his old team in shambles; Riggins faces a scary situation.

Mac makes racial statements that test the team's bond. Tim and Billy adjust to having their father back in their lives, while Tami worries about Julie's new friendship with Tyra and the girls play a game of powder-puff football.

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.

Smash has confidence issues as he works with Coach Taylor to prepare for college tryouts; Tami finds that the community cares more about a new screen on the field than education; Matt faces a tough decision about his grandmother's care.