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2003, TV Show

Episode Detail: The P Man - Playmakers

D.H. goes to great lengths to prepare for his appointment with the league's drug-testing rep, and ailing QB Derek McConnell gets a mixed message from the team doctor (Kevin Jubinville). Meanwhile, Taylor and Olczyk weigh their own pharmaceutical issues. Guard Dog: Gabriel Hogan. Coach George: Tony Denison. McConnell: Chris Wiehl.

Episodes: The P Man - Playmakers - 12 total Episodes

11/11/2003: Game 17
11/4/2003: Tenth of a Second
10/28/2003: The Outing
10/14/2003: Down and Distance
10/7/2003: Talk Radio
9/30/2003: Man in Motion
9/23/2003: Halftime
9/16/2003: The Choice
9/9/2003: The Choice
9/2/2003: The P Man
8/26/2003: Game Day (Pilot)
8/26/2003: Game Day (Pilot)

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Premiered: August 26, 2003, on ESPN

Rating: TV-MA

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Premise: ESPN's first scripted drama series focused on the pro football Cougars, a team rife with such problems as drug abuse and racial tension. Impressively produced, well-acted and a ratings success, it was nonetheless canceled after one season, reportedly because of pressure from NFL executives who felt it negatively portrayed the game and its players.

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