Missy and Jase begin to question Reed's choices after he buys an old van to advance his music career; professional grappler Kurt Angle helps prepare River for a competitive wrestling league.

The Robertson family takes a road trip to Liberty University where they will drop off John Luke and Mary Kate for their first year of college. Along the way, they stop in Nashville to visit Willie's friend Colt Ford. Meanwhile, back in Monroe, River wants to make his own ninja movie and the family all play a part.