The brother of death-row inmate Lincoln Burrows intentionally gets himself incarcerated, then plans to use his skills as a structural engineer to free him.
Pressed for time, Michael tries to enlist the help of his cell mate, who asks for a transfer when he realizes what Michael is planning to do.
Intelligence investigates a string of bombings targeting members of the media. Racing against a ticking clock, the team enlists Firehouse 51 to help examine the devices and prevent the next attack.
Michael sacrifices Fibonnaci to Philly in order to restore Abruzzi as commander of the prison's work detail and put the escape plan back on track.
Michael must delay his plan to escape when Haywire develops a fascination with his tattoo.