Friday Night Lights

10 Best Episodes of Friday Night Lights - Season 5

The trials and triumphs of life in the small town of Dillon, Texas, where high school football is everything.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.

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Friday Night Lights - S5E8

#13 - Fracture (Season 5 - Episode 8)

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.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 164 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E2

#12 - On the Outside Looking In (Season 5 - Episode 2)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 166 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E4

#11 - Keep Looking (Season 5 - Episode 4)

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.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 169 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E3

#10 - The Right Hand of the Father (Season 5 - Episode 3)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 164 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E1

#9 - Expectations (Season 5 - Episode 1)

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.

The episode was rated 7.79 from 176 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E6

#8 - Swerve (Season 5 - Episode 6)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.81 from 172 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E9

#7 - Gut Check (Season 5 - Episode 9)

Coach threatens to suspend Vince. Luke faces pressure. Billy learns some surprising news from Mindy. Becky starts a surprising new job.

The episode was rated 7.92 from 169 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E7

#6 - Perfect Record (Season 5 - Episode 7)

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Rivalry week stirs up controversy. Vince is caught in the middle between Coach and Ornette. Billy takes Luke under his wing.

The episode was rated 7.95 from 172 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E10

#5 - Don't Go (Season 5 - Episode 10)

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.

The episode was rated 7.96 from 163 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E5

#4 - Kingdom (Season 5 - Episode 5)

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Coach discusses recruitment regulations. The Lions take a road trip. East Dillon's four stars make a pact. Julie's relationship becomes more complicated.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 179 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E11

#3 - The March (Season 5 - Episode 11)

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.

The episode was rated 8.03 from 169 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E12

#2 - Texas Whatever (Season 5 - Episode 12)

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Coach Taylor is offered a deal he canโ€™t refuse; Tim assesses his future plans when an old flame returns to Dillon; The fate of East Dillonโ€™s football program is decided.

The episode was rated 8.24 from 171 votes.

Friday Night Lights - S5E13

#1 - Always (Season 5 - Episode 13)

The Taylors face several decisions that could change their lives forever.

The episode was rated 9.12 from 202 votes.

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