High school football star Cedric Jones goes missing in New York City, and his uncle seeks help from their hometown friend, Detective Rollins. Though already committed to attending Georgia Tech, Cedric nevertheless accepted a free weekend recruiting trip from Hudson University's football team. When the cops find him in jail, they suspect the truth may have led to a cruel prank that spiraled out of control. Sgt. Benson's investigation into the football team and its popular coach uncovers several victims of abuse, prejudice and hazing. Meanwhile, Rollins turns to an old friend to help deal with her escalating troubles.

Episode Viewers and Ratings

Season 15 Episode 16 of Law & Order: SVU was watched by 6,010,000 viewers, resulting in a 1.60 rating in the 18-49 demographic.

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Law & Order: SVU Season 15 Episodes...

• s15e01 - Surrender Benson (1)
• s15e02 - Imprisoned Lives (2)
• s15e03 - American Tragedy
• s15e04 - Internal Affairs
• s15e05 - Wonderland Story
• s15e06 - October Surprise
• s15e07 - Dissonant Voices
• s15e08 - Military Justice
• s15e09 - Rapist Anonymous
• s15e10 - Psycho/Therapist
• s15e11 - Amaro's One-Eighty
• s15e12 - Jersey Breakdown
• s15e13 - Betrayal's Climax
• s15e14 - Wednesday's Child
• s15e15 - Comic Perversion (1)
• s15e16 - Gridiron Soldier
• s15e17 - Gambler's Fallacy
• s15e18 - Criminal Stories
• s15e19 - Downloaded Child
• s15e20 - Beast's Obsession
• s15e21 - Post-Mortem Blues
• s15e22 - Reasonable Doubt
• s15e23 - Thought Criminal
• s15e24 - Spring Awakening

Law & Order: SVU Show Summary

The drama follows Det. Elliot Stabler, a seasoned veteran of the unit who has seen it all, and his partner, Olivia Benson, whose difficult past is the reason she joined the unit.

Overseeing the team is Capt. Donald Cragen. Cragen's tough but supportive approach to the team's complex cases guides the squad through the challenges they face every day. Also featured is Det. John Munch, a transfer from Baltimore's hugging unit, who brings his acerbic wit, conspiracy theories and street-honed investigative skills. Munch is partnered with Det. Odafin Tutuola, whose unique sense of humor and investigative experience make him a formidable match for Munch.

Assistant District Attorney Alexandra Cabot, and her successor, ADA Casey Novak add a legal component to the series through their efforts to bring closure to the intense investigations. Also aiding the detectives is forensic psychiatrist Dr. George Huang, whose insight into the minds of the accused often provides significant clues that lead to the resolution of a case, and M.E. Melinda Warner, who helps the detectives get the evidence they need from the bodies they find.