Matt's dad returns from Iraq, but the homecoming is not what Matt expected; Smash becomes more dependent on unnatural substances to keep up with the competition; and Jason and Lyla begin to rekindle their relationship.

Smash's mom makes a discovery that can destroy Smash's football dreams; Tyra confronts her mother's insecurities; and Jason rethinks the seriousness of his relationship with Lyla after Buddy sets Lyla up on a date.