Friday Night Lights
2006–2011 · NBC · 60 min · 5 seasons
S05E13 · Always
Thu, 10 Feb, 12:00 pm
The Taylors face several decisions that could permanently change their lives; Julie's plans for the future surprise Coach and Tami; the Lions go to State.
About
In the town of Dillon, Texas, football is life, and no one knows that better than new head Coach Eric Taylor. Pressure mounts as the Dillon Panthers led by star quarterback Jason Street, enter pre-season surrounded by a swirl of press, recruiters and State Championship sized expectations. Backup quarterback Matt Saracen prepares to ride the bench in the shadow of Jason Street, as running back Tim Riggins struggles with a serious vice. As the season opener grows near, the town of Dillon is focused on what they believe to be most important, winning.
Episodes
- E01
Expectations
Thu, 28 Oct· 60 minCoach Taylor tempers high expectations for the upcoming season; Tami is frustrated with her new job; two alumni prepare to leave for college.
- E02
On the Outside Looking In
Thu, 4 Nov· 60 minNot everyone is happy with how the team played in the season's first game; Vince discovers stardom comes with benefits; Luke pays for his aggressive play; Tami tries to start a tutoring program.
- E03
The Right Hand of the Father
Thu, 11 Nov· 60 minCoach Taylor has difficulty disciplining his players; someone from Vince's past returns; Julie bonds with a member of the faculty; Buddy gets some disturbing news.
- E04
Keep Looking
Thu, 18 Nov· 60 minCoach must mediate when tensions erupt in the locker room; the Lions welcome a new player; Buddy deals with the trials of fatherhood; Tami counsels a troubled student.
- E05
Kingdom
Thu, 2 Dec· 60 minCoach talks to Vince and his father about recruitment regulations; four of the Lions make a lifelong pact; Julie's relationship becomes more complicated.
- E06
Swerve
Thu, 9 Dec· 60 minA popular magazine praises Coach; Vince's past catches up to him; Luke faces the truth about TMU; a car accident delays Julie's return to college.
- E07
Perfect Record
Thu, 16 Dec· 60 minA website makes an embarrassing revelation about the Lions players; Vince gets caught between Coach and Ornette; Billy mentors Luke.
- E08
Fracture
Thu, 6 Jan· 60 minCoach worries he is losing his grip on the team; Tami thinks one of her students is being neglected at home; Vince's arrogance alienates his teammates; Becky enters a pageant.
- E09
Gut Check
Thu, 13 Jan· 60 minCoach threatens to suspend Vince; Billy receives some surprising news from Mindy; Becky begins a new job; Tami and Epyck's relationship grows.
- E10
Don't Go
Thu, 20 Jan· 60 minAn elite college program courts Coach Taylor; Vince works to earn his starting spot back; friends and family speak at Tim's parole hearing.
- E11
The March
Thu, 27 Jan· 60 minCoach Taylor feels threatened by budget cuts; Tami flies to Pennsylvania for an opportunity; the Lions embark on their quest for state.
- E12
Texas Whatever (aka Small Town)
Thu, 3 Feb· 60 minCoach Taylor receives an offer he can't refuse; Tim reassesses his future plans when an old flame returns to Dillon; the fate of East Dillon's football program is decided.
- E13
Always
Thu, 10 Feb· 60 minThe Taylors face several decisions that could permanently change their lives; Julie's plans for the future surprise Coach and Tami; the Lions go to State.
Cast
Kyle Chandler
Eric Taylor
Connie Britton
Tami Taylor
Aimeé Teegarden
Julie Taylor
Taylor Kitsch
Tim Riggins
Zach Gilford
Matt Saracen
Jesse Plemons
Landry Clarke
Minka Kelly
Lyla Garrity
