Friday Night Lights: Season 3

What Season 3 of Friday Night Lights

Season 3 Episodes

1. 

   3x01 I Knew You When

   Oct 1, 2008 · 47 min

   In the third-season opener, Eric fights to keep his job and helps Smash rebound. Elsewhere, Tami faces new challenges as principal; Tyra frets over college; Billy proposes; and tension escalates between Lyla and Riggins.

   Writer: Jason Katims · Starring: Gaius Charles, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Brad Leland

2. 

   3x02 Tami Knows Best

   Oct 8, 2008 · 43 min

   Tami becomes angry by Tyra's actions. In an effort to help his grandma, Matt stumbles upon his estranged mother. Coach Taylor tries his best to encourage Smash as he tries to make the college tryouts.

   Starring: Gaius Charles, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson

3. 

   3x03 How the Other Half Lives

   Oct 15, 2008 · 43 min

   Coach worries and fears for his job as Tami befriends Katie McCoy. The pressure is on Matt as everyone's hopes turn to the new quarterback. Matt's friendly with Julie. Billy drags Tim into a risky scheme to get them out of debt. Lyla cautions Tim.

   Directing: Dean White · Writers: Patrick Massett, John Zinman · Starring: Gaius Charles, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson

4. 

   3x04 Hello, Goodbye

   Oct 22, 2008 · 43 min

   Tami embarrasses herself with the superintendent. Tyra breaks with Landry to take up with Cash, the new bad boy in town. Julie advises Matt who is upset with his mother who has come to help with grandma. Smash has an emotional goodbye with Coach.

   Writing: David Hudgins · Starring: Gaius Charles, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Brad Leland

5. 

   3x05 Every Rose Has Its Thorn

   Oct 29, 2008 · 43 min

   Matt grapples with his mother, his emotions and Coach Taylor as McCoy garners more attention. Tami tangles with Tyra about Julie and Tyra's interest in Cash. Tyra experiences Cash's darker side. Erin disappoints Jason.

   Directing: Jason Katims · Starring: Scott Porter, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Kevin Rankin

6. 

   3x06 It Ain't Easy Being J.D. McCoy

   Nov 5, 2008 · 43 min

   Coach is furious with Tim and the team for a freshman hazing. J.D. wins the respect of the town and team. A late night swim at the lake turns into more for Julie and Matt. Tyra is shocked when a woman shows up claiming Cash owes her child support.

   Directing: Patrick R. Norris · Starring: Scott Porter, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson

7. 

   3x07 Keeping Up Appearances

   Nov 12, 2008 · 43 min

   Eric and Tami try to calm Jamarca's angry parents; Billy helps Tim pursue a scholarship; and Jason, Herc and the Riggins brothers receive good news.

   Directing: Chris Eyre · Writer: Brent Fletcher · Starring: Scott Porter, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Kevin Rankin

8. 

   3x08 New York, New York

   Nov 19, 2008 · 43 min

   Tim is worried when Jason talks about leaving Dillon. Money troubles cause a riff between Tami and Eric. Tyra leans on Cash when things get tough, while Julie talks to her dad about Matt's idea.

   Starring: Scott Porter, Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson

9. 

   3x09 Game of the Week

   Dec 3, 2008 · 43 min

   Tim returns to find both good and bad surprises. Coach has to change his plans and reluctantly supports Tami when she feels obligated to help Tyra out of a jam. Saracen has second thoughts and clashes with Shelby. Lyla and Mindy team up.

   Writer: David Hudgins · Starring: Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Brad Leland, Jeremy Sumpter

10. 

    3x10 The Giving Tree

    Dec 10, 2008 · 43 min

    It becomes clear JD has no interest in his father's advice regarding Madison. Lyla turns to Riggins when Buddy reveals a secret. Coach is emotionally challenged both on and off the field. Tyra has a plan to repair her relationship with Landry.

    Starring: Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Brad Leland

11. 

    3x11 A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall

    Dec 17, 2008 · 43 min

    Tyra is desperate and once again turns to Landry. Coach and Tami learn of a change that could dismantle the Panthers team. Tim sees another side of Lyla. Matt flips out when Grandma suffers an accident. Tensions escalate between JD and Joe.

    Writers: Patrick Massett, John Zinman · Starring: Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Brad Leland

12. 

    3x12 Underdogs

    Jan 7, 2009 · 43 min

    J.D.'s dad has to deal with child protective services after his fight with J.D. Tyra realizes that life isn't fair and that she needs to do whatever is necessary to get in to college. Matt and Tim prepare for the last game of their high school career: The Texas State Championship.

    Starring: Janine Turner, D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Brad Leland

13. 

    3x13 Tomorrow Blues Season Finale

    Jan 14, 2009 · 45 min

    Five months later, Coach Taylor's contract is up for review on Billy and Mindy's wedding day. Tyra grows anxious about her waitlist status. Matt leaves Grandma Saracen and Julie behind to attend college. Tim and Lyla question their future together.

    Writer: Jason Katims · Starring: D.W. Moffett, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Brad Leland, Jeremy Sumpter

Season 3 Cast

Kyle ChandlerEric Taylor13 episodes

Connie BrittonTami Taylor13 episodes

Aimee TeegardenJulie Taylor13 episodes

Taylor KitschTim Riggins13 episodes

Jesse PlemonsLandry Clarke13 episodes

Minka KellyLyla Garrity13 episodes

Scott PorterJason Street13 episodes

Gaius CharlesBrian 'Smash' Williams13 episodes

Adrianne PalickiTyra Collette13 episodes

Zach GilfordMatt Saracen13 episodes

D.W. MoffettJoe McCoy13 episodes

Brad LelandBuddy Garrity13 episodes

Jeremy SumpterJ.D. McCoy13 episodes

Derek PhillipsBilly Riggins13 episodes

Janine TurnerKatie McCoy11 episodes

Preston FlaggFootball Player #211 episodes

Blue DeckertMac McGill10 episodes

David CowgillSlammin' Sammy10 episodes

Drew WatersWade10 episodes

Dana Wheeler-NicholsonAngela Collette9 episodes

Sinqua WallsJamarcus Hall9 episodes

Louanne StephensMrs. Saracen9 episodes

Stacey OristanoMindy Collette9 episodes

Kim DickensShelby Saracen7 episodes

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