Mathew Greer

We will all be tested - In the town of Dillon, Texas, football is life, and no one knows that better than new head Coach Eric Taylor (Kyle Chandler). Pressure mounts as the Dillon Panthers, led by star quarterback Jason Street (Scott Porter), enter pre-season surrounded by a swirl of press, recruiters, and State Championship sized expectations. Backup quarterback Matt Saracen (Zach Gilford) prepares to ride the bench in the shadow of Jason Street, as running back Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch) struggles with a serious vice. As the season opener grows near, the town of Dillon is focused on what they believe to be most important, winning.

Mahone takes a sudden interest in the “myth” of DB Cooper and receives a special delivery at FBI headquarters; Michael and Lincoln are determined to be the first to find the location of Westmoreland’s Double K ranch in Utah; T-Bag hopes his memory doesn’t fail him; C-Note has a bumpy train ride; Sucre races to Las Vegas to stop Maricruz’s wedding; Kellerman gets his foot in (Sara’s) door.

Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose - After a difficult loss to the underdog Milbank Rattlers, the town of Dillon has turned on Coach Taylor. School officials point fingers, parents argue, and team morale is at an all time low. As injured quarterback Jason Street begins rehab, emotion and frustration culminate in a fight, thrusting Lyla into the arms of another. Meanwhile, seedy back room deals begin to recruit a new quarterback, Ray 'Voodoo' Tatum. Seeing the team falling apart before him, Coach Taylor knows that drastic measures must be taken to save not just his season, but his job as well. Connie Britton, Gaius Charles, Zach Gilford, Taylor Kitsch, Adrianne Palicki, Jesse Plemons and Aimee Teegarden also star.

Brian "Smash" Williams (Gaius Charles) is determined to get a football scholarship to college despite the recent events that have transpired. However, Brian is very shocked when the most unlikely place offers him what may be the opportunity of his life. Tami Taylor (Connie Britton) runs into her ex-boyfriend from high school, a big real estate mogul, and he decides to stay in Dillon for a few days. A few days proves to be too long as Coach Taylor (Kyle Chandler) begins to feel a bit jealous. Elsewhere, Jason Street (Scott Porter) hears the biggest news of his life since his accident and must decide if he is willing to change his life completely. Meanwhile, Tim Riggins (Taylor Kitsch) continues his pursuit of Lyla (Minka Kelly) by getting his own radio show at the Christian radio station. Lyla seems to be enjoying her current relationship with her Christian boyfriend as she goes with him to meet his family. Jesse Plemons, Adrianne Palicki, Aimee Teegarden and Zach Gilford also star.

Ralph Angel's (Kofi Siriboe) confession continues to cause unrest among his family, as the siblings question their father's intentions. Ralph Angel suggests that Nova only sees his mistakes, which runs contrary to her activism. During the heated family exchange, Charley (Dawn-Lyen Gardner) asks Darla (Bianca Lawson) to prepare a contract for a local farmer, but Ralph Angel insists that she stay for emotional support. Darla resents Ralph Angel's request, as she previously lost a job to help him. As the conversation continues, Charley tells Violet (Tina Lifford) she feels betrayed by her favoritism toward Ralph Angel. Later, Nova's research about the title to her father's land reveals something surprising about Violet's past. Meanwhile, Charley tells Davis (Timon Kyle Durrett) about her plans to publicly reveal their divorce in an interview, and he insists on a joint statement. Ultimately, a conversation with Remy (Dondré T. Whitfield) inspires Charley to finally provide an authentic interview to the reporter.