Megan Moser

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 labour; someone from Tyra's past visits her; Matt and Landry struggle with new lifestyles.

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

A tornado hits the Dillon County area, damaging a rival high school; coach Taylor welcomes Laribee; Julie and Tami adjust to Tim Riggins' living in their house; tension builds between Landry and Tyra.

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

An unexpected incident occurs at the end of Smash's first recruiting trip, and Saracen asks his girlfriend for an open relationship. Tami explodes at a teacher who is getting too close to Julie, and the brother of Tyra's attacker wants to meet her.