Robert Parish

Fearing job insecurity, coach Taylor must choose between starting an eager second-string quarterback or new recruit Ray Tatum; Tim and Lyla's relationship heats up.

Coach Taylor must find a way to bring the team together against its biggest rival; Jason Street's new roommate at the rehab centre makes him realise his potential for recovery.

The possibility of last week's win being overturned due to Ray Tatum's recruitment frustrates the Panthers; police interrupt a practice with an arrest warrant for a star defensive tackle who viciously assaulted another student.

Emotions intensify as the game against the intimidating Gatling High nears; rumours alienate Lyla and Tim from their friends; Smash puts his health at risk to improve his on-field performance.

As Tim and the team celebrate a victory, a frustrated Smash takes drastic measures to improve his on-field performance; Coach Taylor's daughter considers going on a date with rookie quarterback Matt Saracen.