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The Best Episodes of Hard Knocks Season 9

Every episode of Hard Knocks Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hard Knocks Season 9!

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An inside look at NFL training camps. From the top coaches to the rookies trying to make the team, Hard Knocks showcases what it takes to be in the NFL.

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Hard Knocks Season 9 Episode 1 - Episode 01
    7.7/10(31 votes)

    #1 - Episode 01

    S9:E1

    Head coach Mike Smith and a roster of 90 players kick off training camp in Flowery Branch, GA. Coaches take the Atlanta Falcons through the first week of on-field drills as the team prepares for the 2014 regular season in the challenging NFC South division.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Hard Knocks Season 9 Episode 2 - Episode 02
    8.1/10(29 votes)

    #2 - Episode 02

    S9:E2

    General manager Thomas Dimitroff outlines his view on the 2014 roster; linebacker Sean Weatherspoon is profiled; the Falcons scrimmage with the Tennessee Titans in Flowery Branch as they prep for their opening preseason game against the Miami Dolphins at the Georgia Dome.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Hard Knocks Season 9 Episode 3 - Episode 03
    8.1/10(31 votes)

    #3 - Episode 03

    S9:E3

    With jobs on the line, the Falcons fly to Houston to scrimmage the Texans before their second preseason game. Also: competition heats up for the backup quarterback job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Hard Knocks Season 9 Episode 4 - Episode 04
    8.1/10(29 votes)

    #4 - Episode 04

    S9:E4

    The intensity of training camp heats up as fifteen players are cut from the roster and veterans prepare for the regular season. Also: a thunderstorm sends the team heading for cover.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Hard Knocks Season 9 Episode 5 - Episode 05
    8.1/10(31 votes)

    #5 - Episode 05

    S9:E5

    The preseason comes to a close as the Falcons head to Jacksonville to face the Jaguars; coaches evaluate performances as they prepare for final cuts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Episode 01" is the best rated episode of "Hard Knocks" season 9. It scored 7.7/10 based on 31 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/5/2014. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 02".