Kate Krause

A Texas high school football team holds the hopes of the town, as the players prepare for the season opener.

Coach Taylor makes a rash decision that alters his future at Dillon and upsets the women in his life.

Buddy finds himself in the doghouse when his affair is discovered; with her family falling apart, Lyla turns to Jason; Waverly takes Smash for a midnight swim; coach Taylor has a meeting with TMU.

Summer comes to an end, and the team hopes to continue its success despite many changes taking place; Eric begins his career as TMU head coach; Tami goes into labor; someone from Tyra's past visits her; Matt and Landry struggle with new lifestyles.

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.

The first day of school brings many changes; Tami's new life as the mother of a newborn proves to be difficult; Saracen's 'perfect' life slowly slips away; Landry tries to embrace his new lifestyle; coaches, scouts and fans praise Smash.