Tami has a problem with the schools ability to fund the football program, while being unable to fund normal school operations. Meanwhile, Tyra is informed that, due to her grades, she need not apply to any prestigious colleges. Smash, almost heeled from his shattered knee, wishes he was as sure as everyone else about his comeback.
When Tami becomes angered by Tyra's actions, things take a turn for the worse. Meanwhile, Matt stumbles upon his estranged mother, and Coach Taylor tries to encourage Smash to continue his efforts.
Eric starts to think more about the job he is performing, while Tami makes nice with Katie. Meanwhile, Julie and Matt reconnect, and Riggins and Billy come up with a scheme to get some quick cash.
First, Tyra leaves Landry for Cash, the bad boy. Meanwhile, Julie helps matt who is angered by the recent return of his mother, as she tries to help with grandma. Finally, Smash says goodbye to Coach.
Matt struggles with his mother, his emotions and Coach Taylor, as McCoy continues to receive more attention. Meanwhile, Tami continues to have issues with Tyra about Julie and Tyra's interest in Cash. But when things go wrong, Tyra experiences Cash's darker side.
Coach gets furious with Tim and the team for freshman hazing. J.D. wins the respect of the town and team, while a late night swim at the lake turns in to more for Julie and Matt, Finally, Tyra is shocked when a woman shows up claiming Cash Owes her child support.
Coach and Tami plead with Jamarcas' outraged parents, Matt tries to ease Julie's jealousy with a surprise, and Billy helps Tim with a plan to get a college scholarship.