Teamwork, courage, and perseverance are prominent themes. As is staying true to yourself and helping your community. However, there are also numerous examples of sexist and misogynistic behavior.
On-field hits shown as part of football games. Characters shown sustaining injuries as a result, some of which require rest and medical treatment, some of which are downplayed by characters. Character hit in the groin with baseball bat as part of a "prank." A character (possibly intentionally) breaks someone's nose with a "misplaced" throw. Coach manhandles rebellious players.
Women referred to as sex objects. Characters talk about wanting to "hit some ass." Couple kiss and fondle at a party with clothing partially removed. Drawings of genitalia shown during a class on sexual reproduction. Character drives naked with three other naked passengers in the car. Nudity from behind. Cheerleader strips and covers themselves with a "whipped cream bikini" in an attempt to seduce a football player. Strippers wear only thongs and high heels. Once dances while partially clothed.
Language includes "f--k," "suck your d--k," "s--t," "a--hole," "s--thead," "f--king," and "damn." Women referred to as "bitches" and "panty droppers." Homophobic language includes "f--gots."
Football players take non-prescription pills to deal with pain. Characters drink at house parties, some to excess. Character disregards police officer's warning about drinking and driving. Character boasts about giving women prescription pills and booze to seduce them. Underage football players given free drinks in a strip club. Character drinks alone because they're depressed about their athletic performance.