In the fifth and final season, everyone is playing for keeps. The East Dillon Lions are back and competing at a top caliber level, but that only means the town’s expectations are running higher than ever. When a controversy erupts that takes the whole town by storm, Coach Taylor feels he’s losing his grip on the team. Luke faces pressure at the prospect of becoming QB-1, Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy, Becky starts a surprising new job and Tami is caught off guard by Julie’s plans. Will the Lions go state? Will the coach leave the team? That may be the least of the town’s worries in the powerful series finale that culminates in a true championship ending.

Season 5 Episode 11 - The March

Coach Taylor feels threatened as East Dillon faces serious budget cuts; Tami is flown to Pennsylvania for the opportunity of a lifetime; The Lions begin their quest for state; Vince becomes the man of the house again. Air Date : 26th-Jan-2011

Season 5 Episode 1 - Expectations

Coach tempers high expectations for East Dillon's impending season; Vince and Luke work to recruit a new player for the Lions' squad; Dillon bids farewell to two alumni as they prepare to leave for college. Air Date : 27th-Oct-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 2 - On the Outside Looking In

Eric realizes that the Lions' performance in the first game of the season hasn't satisfied everyone; Vince receives unexpected benefits from his status as a football player; and Luke's aggression on the field has repercussions. Air Date : 3rd-Nov-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 3 - The Right Hand of the Father

Someone from Vince's past resurfaces. Julie connects with a faculty member. Eric tries to instill discipline in the team. Buddy is troubled after learning something about his son. Air Date : 10th-Nov-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 4 - Keep Looking

Coach is forced to play mediator as tensions erupt in the locker room. Luke gets recruited. Buddy deals with the trials and tribulations of fatherhood. Tami deals with a troubled student. The Lions welcome a new player. Air Date : 17th-Nov-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 5 - Kingdom

Coach discusses recruitment regulations. The Lions take a road trip. East Dillon's four stars make a pact. Julie's relationship becomes more complicated. Air Date : 1st-Dec-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 6 - Swerve

A popular magazine hails Coach as the "Kingmaker." Vince's past catches up to him. Luke reacts to the truth. A suspicious accident delays Julie's return to college. Air Date : 8th-Dec-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 7 - Perfect Record

Rivalry week stirs up controversy. Vince is caught in the middle between Coach and Ornette. Billy takes Luke under his wing. Air Date : 15th-Dec-2010  Read More

Season 5 Episode 8 - Fracture

Coach fears he's beginning to lose his grip on the team. Tami worries that one of her students is being neglected. Vince alienates his teammates. Becky enters a beauty pageant. Air Date : 5th-Jan-2011  Read More

Season 5 Episode 9 - Gut Check

Coach threatens to suspend Vince. Luke faces pressure. Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy. Becky starts a surprising new job. Air Date : 12th-Jan-2011  Read More

Season 5 Episode 10 - Don't Go

An elite college football program attempts to lure Coach away from East Dillon. Vince vows to earn his spot back. Friends and family speak at Tim's parole hearing. East Dillon holds a Fall Sports Banquet. Air Date : 19th-Jan-2011  Read More

Season 5 Episode 11 - The March

Coach Taylor feels threatened as East Dillon faces serious budget cuts; Tami is flown to Pennsylvania for the opportunity of a lifetime; The Lions begin their quest for state; Vince becomes the man of the house again. Air Date : 26th-Jan-2011  Read More

Season 5 Episode 12 - Texas Whatever

Coach Taylor is offered a deal he can’t refuse; Tim assesses his future plans when an old flame returns to Dillon; The fate of East Dillon’s football program is decided. Air Date : 2nd-Feb-2011  Read More

Season 5 Episode 13 - Always

While the Lions prepare for the state championship game, the Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever. Air Date : 9th-Feb-2011  Read More