The pressure is on for the Bucaneers as Max struggles in practice and Alex juggles his relationship with Kristin with preparation for the first game of the season - which is going to be nationally televised. Can they continue their 23 game winning streak?
While Alex tries to make up with Kristin, she is comforted by his teammate Goose - who Alex suspects has motives of his own. Meanwhile, Ross and the team prep for a game against their cross-town rivals - a match-up that resulted in fighting in the stands last year.
The guys are anxious about impressing scouts and getting scholarships - but a game against their toughest rival yet could dash their hopes.
With Ross sidelined by his concussion, Cornelius fills in at QB as Coach puts the team through a grueling week of practice and Kristin ponders whether Alex will invite her to Homecoming.
During Homecoming Week, the girls get their chance on the field during a powder puff game, Alex and Kristin move closer to a reconciliation, and Coach worries that all the distractions will lead to another loss.
The Bucs have made it to the playoffs, but Repete's mouth threatens his chance to play as Hoover prepares to face their biggest threat - the one team that beat them.
Kristin and Alex are at another crossroads as she leaves for Thanksgiving break and he finds himself in hot water after a team party.
The fallout from Alex and Kristin's breakup isn't pretty as the team finally makes it to the state championship game - but will the Bucs come out on top?
After the season ends, the Bucs gets their championship rings and start to plan for the future - but a serious injury may sideline Alex for baseball season and end his chances for any athletic scholarship.