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11 Episodes 2003 - 2003
Episode 1
Tue, Aug 26, 2003 60 mins
In the series opener, dueling running backs Harris and Taylor fight off-the-field battles and star linebacker Eric Olczyk questions his passion for the game. Coach George learns of health issues that could jeopardize his contract renewal.
Episode 2
Tue, Sep 2, 2003 60 mins
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.
Episode 3
Tue, Sep 9, 2003 60 mins
After a nightclub shooting, DH must decide between supporting his friends or his teammates; Taylor has trouble at home and on the field; McConnell struggles through a slump. DH: Omar Gooding. Taylor: Russell Hornsby.
Episode 4
Tue, Sep 16, 2003 60 mins
The Cougars' owner urges DH to alter his statement about the nightclub shooting after new evidence arises; Olczyk gets some surprising news about his father; Taylor's rift with Robin (Karen LeBlanc) worsens. Wilbanks: Bruce Gray. Beth: Sarah LaFleur.
Episode 5
Tue, Sep 23, 2003 60 mins
Coach George juggles crises midway through the Cougars' season; DH succumbs to his addiction; Leon's career is in jeopardy; and McConnell is a little too fan-friendly at game time. Harris: Omar Gooding. Coach George: Tony Denison.
Episode 6
Tue, Sep 30, 2003 60 mins
Samantha (Thea Andrews) investigates a domestic-abuse rumor involving Leon; McConnell arranges a night of revelry for the Cougars; DH's drug abuse comes to a head. Olczyk: Jason Matthew Smith. Leon: Marcello Thedford.
Episode 7
Tue, Oct 7, 2003 60 mins
Leon goes public with his domestic-abuse case, putting his status with the team at risk; DH makes a charity appearance; McConnell has more than six points riding on a touchdown pass. Leon: Russell Hornsby. Robin: Karen LeBlanc.
Episode 8
Tue, Oct 14, 2003 60 mins
Olczyk prepares to face his nemesis; Leon's legal issues threaten his status with the team; Coach George receives his test results; and McConnell's halftime antics come back to haunt him. Coach George: Tony Denison.
Episode 9
Tue, Oct 28, 2003 60 mins
Guerwitcz asks August (Laura Jordan) to marry him in order to dodge a rumor that a Cougars player is gay; tensions build between Leon and and Olczyk over midseason contract negotiations. David: Frank Chiesurin.
Episode 10
Tue, Nov 4, 2003 60 mins
DH's big brother, Big E (Snoop Dogg), learns some disturbing news about Cal's crime; Leon takes steps to prolong his career. Cal: Cle Bennett. Wilbanks: Bruce Gray.
Episode 11
Tue, Nov 11, 2003 60 mins
In the first-season finale, Leon prepares for retirement by auditioning for a sportscasting job at Samantha's station; Olczyk invites Beth to move in while dealing with Jenna's pregnancy; and Buffalo's weight issues impact his playing time. Samantha: Thea Andrews. Beth: Sarah LaFleur. Jenna: Alexandra Coventry.