Spiraling off of the recent national debate surrounding youth football, this 90-minute special goes beyond a mere season recap and explores issues surrounding competitive youth sports in America. Hosted by The Insider's Kevin Frazier, Tackling Tykes will feature thoughtful discussion and heated debates on topics such as safety, the role of coaches and parents, values learned in youth sports, and more. Additionally, coaches and parents from Friday Night Tykes discuss their feelings about the passionate response the series has garnered from viewers.

The teams of the Texas Youth Football Association kick off another season, putting last year's coaches' suspensions behind them as they pursue this year's championship.

Tensions flare between parents and coaches over questionable hits in a game between the Outlaws and Jr. Broncos.

As a new football season gets underway, teams in the Texas Youth Football Association jockey to recruit the league's most elite 10 and 11 year-old players while brand new organizations like the Texas Storm and the San Antonio Seahawks aim to prove that they belong in the country's most competitive youth football league.

Can the Predators sting the Outlaws for their first points allowed of the season, or will fear of injury derail their squad?

With the State Championship game at stake, the defending champion Outlaws face their biggest test against the top-seeded Cy-Fair Ravens from Houston.

The Northeast Colts and Judson Jr. Rockets may share a home field, but these neighbors are far from friendly. After years of dominance, the Jr. Rockets might not be the best team on their own field. Coming off a blowout of the Warriors, the Colts enter the season's biggest grudge match with a lot of confidence. Can the Jr. Rockets scouts craft a killer game plan and show the Colts whose house they're in?

The Jr. Broncos try to salvage a brutal season, the Predators challenge the undefeated Colts, and the Outlaws settle an old score.

The Northeast Colts and Judson Jr. Rockets may share a home field, but these neighbors are far from friendly. After years of dominance, the Jr. Rockets might not be the best team on their own field. Coming off a blowout of the Warriors, the Colts enter the season's biggest grudge match with a lot of confidence. Can the Jr. Rockets scouts craft a killer game plan and show the Colts whose house they're in?

After an on-field melee marred last week's Colts win against the Steelers, TYFA investigates taking disciplinary measures against the coaches, including Colts Head Coach Marecus Goodloe.

Jr. Broncos Coach Chavarria deals with trouble at home. Meanwhile, Jr. Rockets president Dyson takes over the team's offense.

Bragging rights are on the line in this battle of the unbeatens! The Colts and Outlaws are locking horns in the season's final week. Can the Outlaws contain Colts' ace in the hole, running back Tadion Lott? Or will a true offensive threat doom their defense's perfect season? Meanwhile, the Jr. Broncos have a shot at getting back to an even record and keeping that glimmer of playoff hope alive--but a formidable Jr. Rockets team stands in their way. Can the miracle comeback continue?

The playoffs brackets are announced, and teams throughout the state prepare to make their run at the state championship.

The days are getting shorter, but the playoffs stretch on. First up, the Predators hope to keep their Cinderella story going after a big upset in the first round--but will injury doom their season? Meanwhile, the Colts and Outlaws cruise through the second round on a collision course. Can the Colts capture redemption, or will things play out much the same in the rematch? See who secures city bragging rights and who gets sent home in a Thanksgiving matchup for the ages!

In the season finale, the playoffs roll on and the Outlaws are just two wins away from becoming Texas state champions. After beating the Mission Mustangs, the Outlaws advance to the state finals and face their toughest competition yet--the Houston Kid Cougars. Despite a nearly perfect season, the unity of the most disciplined team in the league will be tested. The coaches clash when Coach Tony wants to deviate from the team itinerary, put family first and take his son Lucas to a football game--risking Lucas's chance of starting. Will Coach Fred stick to his word and keep Lucas out of the game?

The Outlaws must face two opponents this week: the Jr. Broncos, and escalating tension among the Outlaws' coaching staff.

After an incident between parents during last weekend's game, the Lobos put the Hurt family on notice. Outlaws Head Coach Fred Davis also asserts his authority as he confronts bickering coaches on his staff. Meanwhile, the Colts and Head Coach Marecus Goodloe must deal with every football parent's worst nightmare -- the reality of a head injury.

After a heartbreaking loss to the Del Valle Ducks, Colts Head Coach Marecus Goodloe must regroup and get his team ready to take on their biggest rivals: the San Antonio Outlaws.

Yet more challenges for the Colts and Head Coach Marecus Goodloe. With another head injury suffered, is it really safe for the kids to continue playing?

In the final week of the regular season, Marecus Goodloe and the Colts face a must-win game against the Spartans in order to qualify for the playoffs.

The playoffs brackets are announced, and teams throughout the state prepare to make their run at the state championship.

The season comes down to one game: The State Championship. As they face off against the Mustangs, the Outlaws come into the game hoping to defend the title they won last year, but will Assistant Coach Tony Coley be on the sidelines? After last week's semi-final win, an enraged Coley left the field early and did not participate in the team's celebration. Can the already fragile relationship between Coley and Head Coach Fred Davis survive this latest blow-up, and what impact will it have on the Outlaws as they face the biggest game of the year?

A coaching dispute turns ugly as the Seahawks take the field for their first game. Meanwhile, Predators Head Coach John Collins copes with PTSD, and the small town Yoakum Outlawz unveil their unorthodox approach to practice as they prepare for the Hurt family led Texas Storm.

A Seahawks coach is forced to deal with his anger after questions arise over how to best motivate the kids. Meanwhile, Texas Storm head coach Paul Hurt attempts to turn things around amid the challenges of running a new organization, and the San Antonio Outlaws struggle to maintain their dominance in a new league.

John Collins walks the line between dad and coach as his Predators square off against the undefeated Broncos. And the San Antonio Outlaws aim to bounce back from the sting of their first loss in two years.