Coach searches for a strategy to shut down their toughest opponent yet. Tim reconnects with Lyla. Vince discovers he has a gift for car theft. Julie and Matt attend a concert in Austin and reach a critical juncture in their relationship.

So much heat: Tim and Lyla, coach pre-big game, Tami under the collar... This episode hearkens back to four (!) years ago, when the big Dillon game was being televised, and the players and coaches were being interviewed in director‘s chairs on the field, except now the East Dillon team laughs at the idea of winning against an undefeated team. Only Assistant Cach Stan promises a win before he unhappily clams up, obviously having been berated by Eric for opening his yap. The tv deal has everybody worked up -- Jess is stressed about her cheerleading routine; Vince‘s mom is excited for the first time, saying she‘ll attend the game all clean.
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