The O'Neals deal with a change to their Thanksgiving tradition when Pat and Eileen invite Gloria and VP Murray to dinner as their dates. Meanwhile, things don't go as smoothly planned when Gloria offers to help Kenny cook, and Eileen prepares to meet VP Murray's mom for the first time.

When Jimmy recruits a reluctant Kenny to join his wrestling team for a one-time match, a surprise victory gives him the confidence to join the team full time. Meanwhile, Pat injures his back trying to help Eileen prepare for a weekend getaway.