Sucre and Michael attempt to take off with the money, but their plan leads them into deep water. Meanwhile, Sara realises that she is in serious danger, and Lincoln risks an ambush when he heads to Arizona to reunite with LJ.
Saracen's grandmother's mental health rapidly deteriorates; Lyla learns that she has been accepted to her dream college; tensions between Joe and J.D. escalate.
The new bad boy in town woos Tyra; Saracen's mother tries to re-enter his life; Smash leaves Dillon for the first time.
Homecoming at the newly reopened school prompts Eric to investigate East Dillon's history; Tami feels the wrath of the boosters; Matt and Tim go on a spur-of-the-moment hunting trip.
The Taylors host Thanksgiving dinner; Julie and Landry receive an interesting proposition; Tim makes a difficult decision; East Dillon rallies around the Lions.