Episodes
See also: List of Friday Night Lights episodes| № | # | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | Production code |
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| 1 | 1 | "Pilot" | Peter Berg | Peter Berg | October 3, 2006 (2006-10-03) | 101 |
| The first episode tells the story of new coach Eric Taylor, who finds himself coaching high school football in Dillon, a small Texas town deep in a tradition of winning. However, the first football game of the season harbors dark tidings for star quarterback Jason Street. | ||||||
| 2 | 2 | "Eyes Wide Open" | Jeffrey Reiner | Jason Katims | October 10, 2006 (2006-10-10) | 102 |
| As the town turns to faith and prayer to deal with star quarterback Jason Street's serious injury, Coach Taylor turns to an untested backup quarterback, Matt Saracen, to anchor the team. Meanwhile, tensions reach a boiling point between teammates Tim Riggins and Brian "Smash" Williams, and Jason's girlfriend, Lyla Garrity, provides support to her fallen boyfriend. | ||||||
| 3 | 3 | "Wind Sprints" | Jeffrey Reiner | Elizabeth Heldens | October 17, 2006 (2006-10-17) | 103 |
| When the Panthers are out of sync without Street in a game against underdog South Millbank, Coach Taylor is subjected to the wrath of the community, the media, and players' parents. As team morale plummets, he goes to drastic measures to unite his players. Meanwhile, Coach Taylor is pressured to recruit a new quarterback, and Jason and Lyla get into a fight. | ||||||
| 4 | 4 | "Who's Your Daddy" | Allison Liddi-Brown | Kerry Ehrin | October 24, 2006 (2006-10-24) | 104 |
| The Panthers prepare for a fierce battle against their archrival, Arnett Meade. When their field house is vandalized, apparently by Arnett Meade students, the team plots retaliation. Meanwhile, cool and intimidating new quarterback, Ray “Voodoo” Tatum, showcases his athletic prowess, Jason gets an obnoxious new roommate at the hospital, and Coach Taylor holds the traditional team dinner at his house. | ||||||
| 5 | 5 | "Git 'Er Done" | Mark Piznarski | Patrick Massett & John Zinman | October 30, 2006 (2006-10-30) | 105 |
| As the town and team anticipate a big Friday night game against Arnett Meade, Coach Taylor weighs heavily whether to start Matt or Voodoo. Meanwhile, sparks fly between Tyra and a young businessman from Los Angeles, Jason begins rehabilitation exercises, and Lyla's secret relationship with Tim begins to sizzle. | ||||||
| 6 | 6 | "El Accidente" | Dan Lerner | Carter Harris | November 7, 2006 (2006-11-07) | 106 |
| Pressure mounts over the Texas High School Athletic Administration's investigation into whether Dillon illegally recruited Voodoo. Meanwhile, player Bobby Reyes brutally assaults one of Matt's brainy buddies, and Tim and Lyla spring the injured Jason out of the hospital for a surprise trip. | ||||||
| 7 | 7 | "Homecoming" | Patrick Norris | David Hudgins | November 14, 2006 (2006-11-14) | 107 |
| Homecoming at Dillon brings back a throng of alumni, including the quarterback from the 2000 state champions, Lucas Mize, who harbors dark secrets. Meanwhile, Tyra and Billy, Tim's brother, plan a killer postgame party, Smash focuses on impressing a college recruiting expert, Tim tries to quit drinking, and Jason grows more suspicious of Lyla's relationship with Tim. | ||||||
| 8 | 8 | "Crossing The Line" | Jeffrey Reiner | Bridget Carpenter | November 28, 2006 (2006-11-28) | 108 |
| Disheartened by his ineffective performance on the field, Smash resorts to drastic measures to strengthen his game. Along the way, he takes a job at the Alamo Freeze, working alongside Matt. Meanwhile, Tim and Tyra rekindle their dormant relationship, Jason prepares to participate in a rugby scrimmage for paraplegics, and Julie contemplates going out with Matt. | ||||||
| 9 | 9 | "Full Hearts" | Josh Pate | Aaron Rahsaan Thomas | December 5, 2006 (2006-12-05) | 109 |
| Tension escalates as the Panthers anticipate a game with highly touted Gatling High, which has special meaning for Smash. Tami and Buddy negotiate with Gatling boosters for an acceptable hotel for the visiting Panthers. Meanwhile, rumors spread about Lyla and Tim's forbidden relationship, Smash continues to go to extremes to strengthen his gridiron performance, and Julie and Matt's first date is plagued with problems. | ||||||
| 10 | 10 | "It's Different for Girls" | Stephen Kay | Andy Miller | December 12, 2006 (2006-12-12) | 110 |
| The Dillon cheerleading squad preps for a championship as rumors spread about Lyla's forbidden affair with Tim, causing Lyla to fall victim to merciless harassment. Meanwhile, Coach Taylor stands in the way of his daughter's budding relationship with Matt, Jason adapts to life at home, and Smash inches closer to the preacher's daughter. | ||||||
| 11 | 11 | "Nevermind" | Jonas Pate | Elizabeth Heldens | January 3, 2007 (2007-01-03) | 111 |
| Matt's father makes a surprise return visit from Iraq for two weeks, only to emerge as a man far removed from the heroic figure Matt remembered. Meanwhile, Jason and Lyla begin to rekindle their relationship, and Landry tutors an academically challenged Tim. | ||||||
| 12 | 12 | "What to Do While You're Waiting" | David Boyd | Kerry Ehrin | January 10, 2007 (2007-01-10) | 112 |
| During a bye week, the Panthers' seasonal destiny rests on the outcome of a game between two rivals. Meanwhile, Matt's father, far removed from the violence in Iraq, adapts to life at home, the Streets continue to push for a lawsuit against Coach Taylor, and Tyra deals with her mother's dysfunctional relationship with her boyfriend. | ||||||
| 13 | 13 | "Little Girl I Wanna Marry You" | Jeffrey Reiner | Jason Katims | January 24, 2007 (2007-01-24) | 113 |
| Tension builds as the Panthers find the playoffs only one game away. Off-field dramas continue when Smash's mother makes a discovery that could destroy her son's gridiron dreams. Meanwhile, Tyra confronts her mom's insecurities, and Jason ruminates on his relationship with Lyla. | ||||||
| 14 | 14 | "Upping the Ante" | Allison Liddi-Brown | David Hudgins | January 31, 2007 (2007-01-31) | 114 |
| The Panthers' postseason destiny becomes clearer as they play a crucial game. Meanwhile, Coach Taylor deals with Smash's personal demons, a mismatched Tyra and Julie connect in an unexpected friendship, Tim reunites with his estranged father, and Buddy makes a discovery about Jason and Lyla. | ||||||
| 15 | 15 | "Blinders" | Stephen Kay | Bridget Carpenter & Carter Harris | February 7, 2007 (2007-02-07) | 115 |
| The Panthers savor their crucial playoff win---until race issues emerge and sorely test their bond. Elsewhere, Tami frowns upon Julie's newfound friendship with Tyra, the Riggins brothers adapt to life with their recently returned father, and the girls play a game of powder-puff football. With Julie at quarterback, and Tyra as linebacker, all bets are off. | ||||||
| 16 | 16 | "Black Eyes & Broken Hearts" | Jeffrey Reiner | Patrick Massett & John Zinman | February 14, 2007 (2007-02-14) | 116 |
| Racial tensions are at an all time high as the black players on the Dillon Panthers won't play unless Mac McGill is fired for his comments. While Coach Taylor deliberates between firing one of his best coaches and succumbing to his players' demands, Julie's friendship with Tyra becomes more and more destructive. Meanwhile, Jason makes a life-changing decision and Matt does whatever he can to win Julie back. | ||||||
| 17 | 17 | "I Think We Should Have Sex" | Allison Liddi-Brown | Elizabeth Heldens | February 21, 2007 (2007-02-21) | 117 |
| The Panthers claw their way deeper into the playoffs. Off the field, Julie shocks Matt by telling him that they should make love—but numerous fumbles ensue when Matt works to find the right time and place for the special moment. Meanwhile, Tim's relationship with his father begins to shatter; and Street bonds with a pretty tattoo artist. | ||||||
| 18 | 18 | "Extended Families" | Charles Stone | Kerry Ehrin | February 28, 2007 (2007-02-28) | 118 |
| The Panthers make a push for the state semifinals; a banished Buddy moves in with the Taylors after his affair is exposed; Waverly uncharacteristically takes Smash on a sexy midnight swim, and Smash discovers that she has stopped taking her mood-disorder medication; and Riggins and a neighborhood boy strike up a friendship. | ||||||
| 19 | 19 | "Ch-Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes" | Jeffrey Reiner | Jason Katims | March 21, 2007 (2007-03-21) | 119 |
| With TMU knocking on Coach Taylor's door, Julie decides to make it very clear to her parents that she does not intend to move away from Dillon and Matt. Meanwhile, Jason gets some devastating news from the quad rugby recruiters in Austin. Elsewhere, Riggins befriends a single mother and her son. | ||||||
| 20 | 20 | "Mud Bowl" | David Boyd | Elizabeth Heldens & David Hudgins | March 28, 2007 (2007-03-28) | 120 |
| With the final game before the state championships looming, an unforeseen event jeopardizes the Panthers' home-turf advantage. Meanwhile, Taylor fears his players are losing grasp of the true spirit of football, so he tries to instill in them a love of the game. | ||||||
| 21 | 21 | "Best Laid Plans" | Jeffrey Reiner | Kerry Ehrin & Carter Harris | April 4, 2007 (2007-04-04) | 121 |
| Coach Taylor contemplates taking a position at Texas Methodist University and makes a rash decision that could turn his family topsy-turvy. As the Panthers gear up for the State Championship game, Tyra's secret is finally revealed. With tension off the field reaching a boiling point, everything comes to a head at the annual Panther Roast. Meanwhile, Jason Street plays a major role in helping Matt Saracen prepare for the state championship. | ||||||
| 22 | 22 | "State" | Jeffrey Reiner | Jason Katims & Patrick Massett & John Zinman | April 11, 2007 (2007-04-11) | 122 |
| In the Season 1 finale, the Panthers gear up for the big game—the state championship—as rumors swell about whether or not Coach Taylor will accept a job at Texas Methodist University. Meanwhile, Tami receives some surprising news. |
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