A teenager is found disoriented in the middle of traffic and taken to a detention facility. Later, Nicole Trager, a psychologist, comes to examine him, and takes him home. He…

Coach tempers high expectations for East Dillon’s impending season; Vince and Luke work to recruit a new player for the Lions’ squad; Dillon bids farewell to two alumni as they…

An elite college football program attempts to lure Coach away from East Dillon. Vince vows to earn his spot back. Friends and family speak at Tim’s parole hearing. East Dillon…

Coach Taylor feels threatened as East Dillon faces serious budget cuts; Tami is flown to Pennsylvania for the opportunity of a lifetime; The Lions begin their quest for state; Vince…

Coach Taylor is offered a deal he can’t refuse; Tim assesses his future plans when an old flame returns to Dillon; The fate of East Dillon’s football program is decided.

While the Lions prepare for the state championship game, the Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever.