Brian joins the high-school football team as a placekicker after some persuasion from Bill, who points out it's a surefire way to meet girls. Subsequently, the teen becomes friendly with a cheerleader (Karina Tregub), but Bill's displeased because she's helping Brian try out for the pep squad.

Judy's idea to share in an evening of fun family activities once a week is met with ridicule from Bill and the kids, who, because of their constant complaining, drive Judy to walk out on their first attempt at spending some quality time together.