The trials and triumphs of life in the small town of Dillon, Texas, where high school football is everything.
The best episode of "Friday Night Lights" season 5 is "Expectations", rated 8/10 from 453 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by David Hudgins. "Expectations" aired on 10/27/2010 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "On the Outside Looking In".
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: David Hudgins
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: Patrick Massett, John Zinman
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: Peter Berg
Coach discusses recruitment regulations. The Lions take a road trip. East Dillon's four stars make a pact. Julie's relationship becomes more complicated.
Director: Patrick R. Norris
Writer: Peter Berg
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.
Director: Jonas Pate
Writer: Peter Berg
Rivalry week stirs up controversy. Vince is caught in the middle between Coach and Ornette. Billy takes Luke under his wing.
Director: Adam Davidson
Writer: Peter Berg
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.
Director: Allison Liddi-Brown
Writer: Peter Berg
Coach threatens to suspend Vince. Luke faces pressure. Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy. Becky starts a surprising new job.
Director: Chris Eyre
Writer: Peter Berg
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: Peter Berg
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.
Director: Jason Katims
Writer: Peter Berg
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.
Director: Kyle Chandler
Writer: Kerry Ehrin
While the Lions prepare for the state championship game, the Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever.
Director: Michael Waxman
Writer: Jason Katims