Russell DeGrazier

The Lions prepare for State while the Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever. Elsewhere, Coach (Kyle Chandler) and Tami (Connie Britton) are caught off guard by Julie’s (Aimee Teegarden) future plans. Michael B. Jordan, Jurnee Smollett, Matt Lauria, Grey Damon, Madison Burge also star.

Coach Taylor (Kyle Chandler) tempers high expectations for East Dillon’s impending season as Tami (Connie Britton) becomes frustrated in her new job. Meanwhile Vince (Michael B. Jordan) and Luke (Matt Lauria) work to recruit a new player for the Lions’ squad and Dillon bids farewell to two alumni as they prepare to leave for college. Aimee Teegarden, Jurnee Smollett, Grey Damon and Madison Burge also star.

Coach betrays Tami's trust over a financial decision; tensions between Vince and Luke threaten the team's chances on the field; Tim helps Coach condition his players; Julie doesn't want to go to church.

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.

Julie, Landry, Coach, and Tami rally around Matt in a time of crisis; Vince endangers his rising star as a football player by engaging in criminal activity in order to support his family; Becky and Tim grow closer.