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 prepare to leave for college

Eric realizes that the Lions' performance in the first game of the season hasn't satisfied everyone; Vince receives unexpected benefits from his status as a football player; and Luke's aggression on the field has repercussions.

Someone from Vince's past resurfaces. Julie connects with a faculty member. Eric tries to instill discipline in the team. Buddy is troubled after learning something about his son.

Coach is forced to play mediator as tensions erupt in the locker room. Luke gets recruited. Buddy deals with the trials and tribulations of fatherhood. Tami deals with a troubled student. The Lions welcome a new player.

Coach discusses recruitment regulations. The Lions take a road trip. East Dillon's four stars make a pact. Julie's relationship becomes more complicated.

A popular magazine hails Coach as the "Kingmaker". Vince's past catches up to him. Luke reacts to the truth. A suspicious accident delays Julie's return to college.

Rivalry week stirs up controversy when a website makes an embarrassing disclosure about the Lions' players; Vince is caught in the middle between Coach and Ornette; Billy takes Luke under his wing.

Coach fears he's beginning to lose his grip on the team. Tami worries that one of her students is being neglected. Vince alienates his teammates. Becky enters a beauty pageant.

Coach threatens to suspend Vince. Luke faces pressure. Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy. Becky starts a surprising new job.

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 holds a Fall Sports Banquet.

Tami fields a potential job offer in Pennsylvania while the Lions' football program faces budget cuts and their first playoff game in 25 years.

As the Lions prepare for state, Coach Taylor is forced to endure the talk of which Dillon team will represent the town next season. With Tammy's new job offer she hopes this is the opportunity to put her dreams first, but Coach Taylor isn't interested in discussing a potential move.

As futures begin to unfold for many Dillon residents, the Taylor's must decide whether to stay in Texas or move to Philadelphia for the job Tammy was offered.