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Here's what happened in Season 3
Refresh your memory of what happened in season 3 with an episode recap.
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Episode 1: I Knew You When
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. -
Episode 2: Tami Knows Best
Coach supports Smash's struggle to get a college try-out. Tyra's tactics disappoint Tami. Matt considers emancipation in an effort to protect his grandma and in the process finds his estranged mother (Kim Dickens). Tensions escalate with Lyla. -
Episode 3: How the Other Half Live
Eric frets over his job security; Tami befriends newcomer Katie McCoy (Janine Turner); Matt reconnects with Julie; and Lyla worries about Riggins, who's being roped into a moneymaking scheme by Billy. -
Episode 4: Hello, Goodbye
Smash bids farewell. Julie supports Matt during his struggles with his mom and grandmother. Tami embarrasses herself with the superintendent. Tyra dates a new guy (Zach Roerig). -
Episode 5: Every Rose Has Its Thorn
Matt grapples with his mother, his emotions and Coach Taylor as J.D. garners more attention. Elsewhere, Tyra sees a new side of Cash and Jason is disappointed by Erin. -
Episode 6: It Ain't Easy Being J.D. McCoy
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. -
Episode 7: Keeping Up Appearances
Eric and Tami try to calm JaMarcus' angry parents; Billy helps Tim pursue a scholarship; and Jason, Herc and the Riggins brothers receive good news. -
Episode 8: New York, New York
Jason's plan to leave Dillon worries Tim; Tami and Eric butt heads over financial matters; Julie champions Matt's idea to her dad; and Tyra turns to Cash during a difficult time. -
Episode 9: Game of the Week
Surprises await Tim when he returns to Dillon; Tami helps Tyra deal with a problem; Matt clashes with his mom; and Lyla and Mindy work together. -
Episode 10: The Giving Tree
Coach is emotionally challenged both on and off the field. Lyla turns to Riggins when Buddy reveals a secret. Tyra has a plan to repair her relationship with Landry. JD has no interest in his father's advice. -
Episode 11: A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall
Coach and Tami learn of a change that could dismantle the Panthers team. Matt flips out when Grandma suffers an accident. Tim sees another side of Lyla. Tyra is desperate and once again turns to Landry. Tensions escalate between JD and his father. -
Episode 12: Underdogs
The team prepares for the State game. The Taylors deal with the McCoys. Matt frets over telling his grandmother about his college plans.
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Episode 13: Tomorrow Blues
Eric's contract is reviewed. Billy and Mindy's wedding day arrives; Tyra awaits word on her wait-list status; Matt prepares to leave for college; and Tim and Lyla consider their future.
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