The Best Episodes of Friday Night Lights Season 3

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.1/10(529 votes)

   #1 - I Knew You When

   S3:E110/1/2008

   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.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Jason Katims

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   Writer:Jason Katims
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   7.9/10(503 votes)

   #2 - Tami Knows Best

   S3:E210/8/2008

   Tami becomes angry by Tyra's actions. In an effort to help his grandma, Matt stumbles upon his estranged mother. Coach Taylor tries his best to encourage Smash as he tries to make the college tryouts.

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   8.2/10(495 votes)

   #3 - How the Other Half Lives

   S3:E310/15/2008

   Coach worries and fears for his job as Tami befriends Katie McCoy. The pressure is on Matt as everyone's hopes turn to the new quarterback. Matt's friendly with Julie. Billy drags Tim into a risky scheme to get them out of debt. Lyla cautions Tim.

   Director:Dean White

   Writers:Patrick Massett, John Zinman

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   Director:Dean White

   Writers:Patrick Massett, John Zinman
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   8.8/10(607 votes)

   #4 - Hello, Goodbye

   S3:E410/22/2008

   Tami embarrasses herself with the superintendent. Tyra breaks with Landry to take up with Cash, the new bad boy in town. Julie advises Matt who is upset with his mother who has come to help with grandma. Smash has an emotional goodbye with Coach.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:David Hudgins

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   Writer:David Hudgins
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   7.8/10(481 votes)

   #5 - Every Rose Has Its Thorn

   S3:E510/29/2008

   Matt grapples with his mother, his emotions and Coach Taylor as McCoy garners more attention. Tami tangles with Tyra about Julie and Tyra's interest in Cash. Tyra experiences Cash's darker side. Erin disappoints Jason.

   Director:Jason Katims

   Writer:Unknown

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   8.1/10(501 votes)

   #6 - It Ain't Easy Being J.D. McCoy

   S3:E611/5/2008

   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.

   Director:Patrick R. Norris

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Patrick R. Norris

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   8.1/10(497 votes)

   #7 - Keeping Up Appearances

   S3:E711/12/2008

   Eric and Tami try to calm Jamarca's angry parents; Billy helps Tim pursue a scholarship; and Jason, Herc and the Riggins brothers receive good news.

   Director:Chris Eyre

   Writer:Brent Fletcher

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   Director:Chris Eyre

   Writer:Brent Fletcher
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   8.6/10(540 votes)

   #8 - New York, New York

   S3:E811/19/2008

   Tim is worried when Jason talks about leaving Dillon. Money troubles cause a riff between Tami and Eric. Tyra leans on Cash when things get tough, while Julie talks to her dad about Matt's idea.

   Director:Unknown

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   8.2/10(484 votes)

   #9 - Game of the Week

   S3:E912/3/2008

   Tim returns to find both good and bad surprises. Coach has to change his plans and reluctantly supports Tami when she feels obligated to help Tyra out of a jam. Saracen has second thoughts and clashes with Shelby. Lyla and Mindy team up.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:David Hudgins

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   Writer:David Hudgins
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    8.3/10(484 votes)

    #10 - The Giving Tree

    S3:E1012/10/2008

    It becomes clear JD has no interest in his father's advice regarding Madison. Lyla turns to Riggins when Buddy reveals a secret. Coach is emotionally challenged both on and off the field. Tyra has a plan to repair her relationship with Landry.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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    8.3/10(494 votes)

    #11 - A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall

    S3:E1112/17/2008

    Tyra is desperate and once again turns to Landry. Coach and Tami learn of a change that could dismantle the Panthers team. Tim sees another side of Lyla. Matt flips out when Grandma suffers an accident. Tensions escalate between JD and Joe.

    Director:Unknown

    Writers:Patrick Massett, John Zinman

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    Writers:Patrick Massett, John Zinman
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    9.2/10(620 votes)

    #12 - Underdogs

    S3:E121/7/2009

    J.D.'s dad has to deal with child protective services after his fight with J.D. Tyra realizes that life isn't fair and that she needs to do whatever is necessary to get in to college. Matt and Tim prepare for the last game of their high school career: The Texas State Championship.

    Director:Unknown

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    8.9/10(566 votes)

    #13 - Tomorrow Blues

    S3:E131/14/2009

    Five months later, Coach Taylor's contract is up for review on Billy and Mindy's wedding day. Tyra grows anxious about her waitlist status. Matt leaves Grandma Saracen and Julie behind to attend college. Tim and Lyla question their future together.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Jason Katims

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    Writer:Jason Katims