So wait. Coach Hudson refuses to release Spencer
from his commitment to Toledo State?
- Can he do that? - Yeah, he can.
Either you attend Toledo State
or you'll be forced to sit out your entire freshman year.
Which I'm gonna fight.
First, I'm gonna push to get you released, then I'm gonna order a transfer exception.
That way you can play this fall, no matter what school you choose.
Thank you, but what am I supposed to do till then?
- Be patient. - Absolutely.
These cases can take a little more time than they probably should.
Look, no disrespect, Mrs. Baker, but time's the one thing I don't have.
Not if I want to find a new school.
And most of the top programs are done offering scholarships.
I'm already ahead of you, all right?
Some of the best coaches in the nation are in town for their annual convention.
I'm gonna try to get them to see you at school.
It could be a good way for you to spark new interests.
I need more than interest, Ma. I need an offer.
Ain't nobody doing that with this penalty hanging over my head.
- Yeah? Okay. - Yes.
Okay, I'm coming. I'm coming.
Was that a "yes, yes", or like a "yes"?
All the yeses. You are perfect. The song is perfect.
My God.
I can't wait until this album drops, because it's gonna be crazy next month.
Well, what if it dropped sooner?
The promoter for Coop's tour has been blowing up my phone.
I need an artist to fill her slot. You'd be the perfect replacement.
I'm sorry. You want me to headline a tour?
- Mmm-hmm. - Am I even ready for that?
People have been buzzing about your sets from Lil Jewel's tour.
And you've built a hell of a brand for yourself the past year.
Trust me, Patience, you would crush this.
Yeah.
Something wrong?
Uh, I don't know. I just feel weird.
Like replacing Coop, you know?
Come on, Layla. Don't act like this isn't complicated.
I want to make sure that she's cool with it.
Look, I get you wanting to keep the peace at home, but I'm running a business.
And opportunities like this don't come around every day.
I need to know that you want this like you used to.
And if not, I will find someone else.
I'm gonna meet Kim Nitty.
But you've got 48 hours to get back to me.
Thank you.
Olivia.
- Sara, hey. - I just wanted to say thanks.
You know, your show last week about regaining your family's trust,
it was really great.
Oh, um, thank you.
Um, I know I'm probably, like, such a nerd for this,
but there is something you said and it stuck with me all week.
- Um, I actually wrote it down. - Okay.
"Earning your family's trust is gonna take some time, and that's okay.
Everything will be on their terms. But in the meantime, be sincere.
Be patient.
But most importantly,
always remember to think of yourself as a survivor, and not a victim."
Because of you, I was able to reconnect with my parents.
Wow. That's incredible, Sara.
And, I mean, thanks for the credit, but you're the one who actually did the work.
- Are you okay? - Mmm-hmm. Yeah.
I mean, I was having a little proud mama bear moment.
Mmm-hmm.
- Are you crying? - Girl, please. I do not have tears.
- Respect my gangster. - Okay.
But you know what? Watching you over there with Sara was beautiful.
You know, we have a couple of new members tonight.
So you could share your story, if you want to.
Okay. Um...
But I don't wanna take away from somebody else's time.
You won't. Folks clearly love what you have to say.
And who knows? Maybe it'll even cure my tear ducts.
In that case...
- Hey, just the kid I'm looking for. - You got to see this, Coach.
See what?
Toledo State dropped the news about me de-committing on their website.
You got to see these comments, man. They're crazy.
You can't get caught up in that mess. Listen--
Look, I can't help it. These people are saying that I ain't loyal.
One dude said that if I can't commit
to a program that's building their entire offense around me,
can I be trusted in any school?
And another one wrote that I ain't nothing more than poisoned goods.
- Poisoned goods? Is that true? - No.
Look, this is just Hudson's way of trying to get schools to lose interest,
while he blocks your release.
Which proves my original point.
Ain't no coach gonna make me an offer now.
Give me that phone. Look at me. You just gotta have faith, all right?
I got a plan.
Fellas, fellas, fellas. Long time no see.
Dad, I saw you this morning. We shared a cream puff.
- Yeah. And you my sixth-period teacher. - Me, too.
I've been with you all day. We're damn near Siamese twins at this point.
- Well, I miss you, Coach. - See?
My man. I miss you too, JJ.
See, that's a man that knows
this is his last chance to ball out with his boys.
Ball out? What are you talking about?
Well, I have decided to throw y'all a combine. Right here.
Hold up. A real combine? With college coaches?
Yes, sir. Some of the best in the country.
Look, I know that a lot of y'all haven't gotten the attention
from some of the colleges that you wanted,
and that doesn't sit right with me, so I decided to do something about it.
- Wow, that is dope, Coach. Thank you. - Y'all deserve it.
Now, look, I'm not promising anything,
but I know if you all handle business the way I know you will,
who knows what'll happen?
Spence, what are you cheesing so hard for? You heard the man. He said no promises.
I'm happy I get to share the field one last time with my brothers.
That's the kind of attitude I like right there.
And ain't no better place to do it than the Billy Baker Field.
You can't fill up his head like that.
The home of the real state champs.
- The real-- - Hey!
I didn't say it.
I think at the combine
you should definitely throw some seam routes, for sure.
Mmm. Yeah. I was thinking the same thing.
Seams, maybe a few crossing routes, definitely a couple bombs over the top.
Yeah. I mean, dude, your accuracy
- at anything above 50 yards is insane. - Yo!
Our bro's Jordan and Asher are here. Say, what's up, boys?
- Hello. - Hi.
What is all this, JJ?
I'm documenting the last days of our senior season.
Why? 'Cause my life is a movie. So just call me BO.
That's short for Box Office, baby.
Man, I can't wait for my fans to see me throw at the combine.
- You're playing quarterback? - Oh, don't worry, bro.
There'll be more than enough balls to go around.
- Are you sure QB is the right move? - Oh, one hundred percent.
Dude, you played, like, four games at that position.
And, yes, you played a huge part in getting us to state,
I'm not sure that's the right choice.
- Well, it sure sounds disrespectful to me. - He's just being honest.
You've been playing linebacker your whole life.
You would kill that position in your sleep.
Quarterback has always been my dream.
And now it's time for me to live out that dream.
I thought playing division one football was.
Some elite college coaches are gonna be at that combine.
If you want to lock down a scholarship,
you need to be at the top of your game.
And I will be.
As a quarterback. Huh?
See you, guys.
Spencer?
Oh, wow!
Kenny Boone. I coached with Corey over at Eastern Nevada.
We met at his funeral.
- Coach Boone. - Yeah.
What's up? It's good to see you again.
You too, man. I was on this side of town.
I had a meeting, and I heard a lot about this place,
so I said let me come check it out.
- This is the spot right here. - Yeah. The Spencer James sandwich.
It wouldn't be weird if I ordered this in front of the man,
the myth, the legend himself.
Man, you too kind. I'm cool with just being a legend.
Boy got jokes. Just like your pops, man.
- So what's up, bro? How are you? - I'm good. Yeah. I'm good.
- Yeah? Yeah. - I'm hanging in there.
Look, don't let what's going on with Toledo State faze you.
You had a hell of a season this year. Your pops would be proud of you.
He always said you was different.
Look, we should link up, maybe grab a coffee.
I'll tell you some crazy stories about your dad in his coaching days.
Why not now? I mean, the coffee here is pretty solid.
I don't know how it's gonna go with that sandwich, though.
- You could try. - Yeah. Let's do it.
Okay, cool.
My gateway were pills. They were the perfect companion.
Simple to take, easily accessible.
And they were always a good time.
They made me feel fun and happy,
but they never made me feel seen, which was kind of the point.
Eventually the pills gave way to alcohol,
and that almost... cost me everything.
And at every turn I kept telling myself, "You know, this time is different.
I totally have this under control."
But I didn't. Because none of us do.
And no matter how hard I tried,
I kept finding a way to put my fix before the people that I love.
- Good night. - Good night.
So that girl who stormed out earlier, what's her deal? 'Cause that was extra.
That's Jenn being Jenn. She's 15, full of hormones.
Now, she only acted out.
Her parents got a court order to place her here.
Well, does she always leave like that?
No. Something you said clearly triggered her.
And I can't wait to hear what you tell her next.
Me? Why me? What about you?
Okay, listen. I know that beige does not age,
but I am years removed from what that little girl needs.
And trust me, I have tried, but she needs somebody like you.
Uh-huh. Someone closer in age and attitude.
So that's why you had me share.
- It's time. - Time for what?
Your story clearly has an impact, and we both know you have a server's heart.
- That's a win-win. - I'm sorry. You want me to sponsor her?
I've only been here for, like, a few months.
- I'm still finding my way here. - We're all still finding our way.
Listen, you have been blessed to take a lot from this program.
- When's the time to start giving back? - Okay, fair.
But, I mean, there's no way I can handle someone like Jenn.
Why? Because she's basically a mini you?
Okay, look. I understand if you're not ready.
All I ask is that you keep an open mind when you are.
Knees up. Knees up.
There we go.
- You good? - Never better.
Okay.
So you weren't worried about what Hudson may be saying
to some of these other coaches?
- Nope. Just trying to focus. - Focus. Good.
You focus on the words coming out of his mouth. That's what you focus on.
- It's all good. - Hold up. Is that Coach Boone?
It is. It is. He left Eastern Nevada.
Now he's the receivers' coach for Golden Angeles.
- Wait. What? - Yeah.
He didn't say nothing about that.
- You all hung out? - I ran into him at Slauson.
He was telling me all these stories about my pops.
How come he didn't tell me he was here recruiting?
You ain't got to worry about any of that.
Don't worry about what none of them coaches are saying.
All right? I just want you to focus on balling out.
- Yes, sir. - All right.
That goes for the rest of y'all. Look at where we are.
It is a beautiful day for football. Enjoy the moment. Enjoy the process.
But most importantly, enjoy the hell out of each other. Come on, y'all.
All right. Thank you, gentlemen. Let's play.
Show me what you got Show me what you got
In my own lane On my way up to the top
Let me show you what I got
I'm coming for your swag
Let it all out now Show me what you got
Listen, welcome to my world Let me...
I am not concerned With the fortune or the fame
A lot of people talk But we are not the same
Seen a lot of things change Getting different every day
I'm out to make a move Tell me what you gonna do
Got a lot to prove But I will never lose
Show me what you got
Okay. Yeah, yeah.
- Hey. What are you thinking? - Your guys are out here grinding.
Right.
Spencer James is something else. He's a nice size. Hell of an athlete.
Yeah. He's a beast in the classroom, too. 3.9 GPA.
But can I trust him?
Rumor has it Toledo State was building their offense around Spencer.
A freshmen at that. And he still backed out?
- Mmm. - Where's the loyalty?
Well, loyalty has never been an issue with Spencer James.
If anything he's too loyal.
That's yet another thing that just adds to his greatness.
- Thanks for coming out, though. - Yeah.
You do know Spencer's combine is outside, right?
Yeah. I just wanted to see
where you had that rap battle with the dude you cooped.
- Wasn't it in this hallway? - How do you know about that?
My dad showed me.
That one, "Off The Dome" against Big Homie Deuce. Your music videos, too.
Speaking of your pops, how was your trip to the Bay?
Cool.
You know if it ever becomes too much to talk to your pops,
you can always talk to me.
About anything.
Hey, there you are. I found you. Hi.
- Hey, Amina. - Hi. I'll be outside.
- Amina, hold up. - I don't wanna miss the football stuff.
Oh, my God, I'm so sorry. I clearly messed up that timing.
- You good? - No, uh...
Couple of weeks ago, I found some articles about Mo's murder on Amina's laptop.
Is she asking questions?
Preach took her on a trip to get her mind off it,
which I think worked,
but I still feel like she's holding something back.
But whatever. What's up? How are you? How's the album?
Uh, it's... Yeah, it's pretty good.
It's good.
Uh, good? Please, that album is amazing.
Layla plays it in her room every night.
The fans are gonna love it on tour.
- Stop. - What?
Wait. What tour?
- Crap. That's my bad. - No, it's all good.
Um, I was actually gonna tell you.
It's just, like, something that Layla's putting together for me.
And, uh, yeah. It's not official, though, so...
Well, I should go. Um, the bathroom is--
- It's this way. I'll show you. - Yeah.
I'm gonna see you outside, babe. Okay?
It's officially time for Box Office to go off.
You know what it is, man.
I only got one question "So, is that all you got?"
Yes, sir.
You push hard Is that all you got?
Okay, right here.
Is that all you got? Is that all you got?
Yo, cut the camera, dude.
- I'm done. - I got this, Coach.
Hey, JJ. Look, this might be hard for you to hear right now,
you need to flush what just happened.
- Not now, Asher. - Yes, now.
Listen, there is still time for you to turn this around.
Linebacker drills haven't started yet.
JJ, make the switch.
Show these coaches how elite you really are.
Coaches? Ash, look around, man. They're all gone.
Everybody loves a comeback. All you need is one offer.
JJ, just make one of them return.
You're right.
- All I need is one. - That's right. Let's go, JJ.
- Jeez. Me and my big mouth. - Girl, don't even worry about it
because that was 100% my fault.
And I just... I should have told Coop sooner.
But you are going on tour, right?
I don't know.
Like, I get that it's the right next step, but, um...
- I don't know. It's just complicated. - I hear you.
Nurse Joy wants me to take the next step and become a sponsor.
Wait. Aren't you one already?
No. Why?
I don't know. I just feel like it's something you'd be good at.
Uh, I mean, yeah, maybe.
But, I mean, honestly, between school, my podcast,
prep work for that summer internship,
I don't think I have time to sponsor anyone.
Yeah, I'm at my cousin's combine.
I don't know for how much longer, though, 'cause he sucks today.
Jenn?
What's best is me throwing the rock.
I think what's best-- Spencer, we got a little situation.
Okay, so aside from a few passes you caught from Darnell,
we are the only two quarterbacks you've known.
- Facts. - So who's throwing today?
Bring them out You know what it's about
Dirty shoes on your carpet Jumping on your couch
Running your mouth Better run your jewels, know the rules
I'm a money-taking fool
Think we crashing? We laughing, clapping
Boy, that ain't applause We blasting
...my name with an anthem
Stadium stand up like a stick And put your hands up
Standing ovation
I'm off probation Let's pump it up
I give...
Silver from my cup
Play it, boy, you know this a...
...
Run that back. Same exact play.
End of an era, my boy.
Wait. So Spencer James is your boyfriend?
Yep.
And the doofus who was throwing the ball to him is my brother.
- Jordan Baker? - Mmm-hmm.
That championship game was everything.
I mean, between the brawl and then Spencer,
who was balling, having to leave early.
Then Jordan threw the game-winning touchdown...
But if we're being honest, South Crenshaw won that game.
I mean, Chris Jackson broke the plane of the end zone.
- Okay, with the play-by-play. - Football is my second love.
My cousin Troy plays for South Crenshaw. That's why I'm here.
Dare I ask what your first love is? Or do I not want to know?
It's not drugs, miss judgy.
Ballet is life. Not that it's any of your business.
Ballet?
Yeah. I mean, the first time I saw Misty Copeland I was obsessed.
Me, too. You do ballet?
Well, not anymore. But I still love dance.
Hey!
So, was it amphetamines that landed you in NA?
Yeah. Sadly, um, I know a few dancers who use them to stay focused.
Yeah. My parents caught me sniffing them,
so they got a court order and had me placed in rehab.
- So dramatic. - At least your parents care about you.
But they were prescribed. It's nothing.
All my friends are doing it. But in my parents' eyes--
You were putting your fix before the people you love.
That's why you left the meeting. My share hit a little too close to home.
Yeah. My bad about that. I swear I don't have a problem.
If you don't believe me, maybe you could be my sponsor?
You're young, you're chill.
You'd be the perfect partner to help sign my court order.
Um...
Or not. Sorry for asking.
No. Jenn, wait.
Now this is my time Now this is my time...
Let's go.
Let's go, baby. Come on.
Gentlemen, gentlemen.
This guy right here.
- All of this is big, baby. - Yeah. Yes. Yes.
Hey. Hey, Box Office is back, baby. Come on. Come on.
Man, for real.
- Hey, great work today, guys. - Thanks, bro. Hopefully it helps.
You all did your part, all right? The rest is up to them.
Okay. Uh, JJ, there is a coach outside that wants to meet with you.
Dude, this is the part where you actually stand up and leave.
- Go. - Right, right.
- Yeah, yeah. - More good news.
At least three schools want to speak with you later on as well, Spencer.
Three of them? My boy, that's awesome.
What about J?
After the way he balled he deserves some shine, too.
Yes, agreed. There's interest. There's interest.
Uh, no meetings as of yet, though.
That's cool, Dad. I'm fine with playing JUCO for a year.
I love Patience's voice.
When is she gonna drop something new?
I don't know. You'll probably hear before me.
But, um, earlier I was getting the sense like you wanted to tell me something,
but we got interrupted.
I wanted to ask you about...
a friend that I'm working with on my school project.
- He's doing something I don't agree with. - Okay. Like what?
He keeps getting in trouble for stuff he shouldn't be doing.
But he's my friend. I like him. I wanna have his back, but I don't know.
Should I stay loyal or should I walk away?
Oh, I'm gonna assume that since y'all are, like, five, it's not big trouble, right?
- Yeah, sure. - Okay.
Look, I mean, choosing loyalty over walking away
just depends on what you got to lose.
For some people it's worth it to stay. For others it's not.
And either way, you gotta do what's best for you.
A real friend is going to understand your choice.
Get over here.
- Hold on. Hold on. Pause it. Pause it. - Okay. I need some fries.
Yeah. One second.
- There he is. Come on in. - Ash.
- You called it. - What's up?
- All I needed was one, right? - Yeah.
Coastal California just offered me a scholarship.
What? Congrats.
And the coach said they have big plans for me.
Like me, dude. How sick is that?
Hey. None of this is possible without you, dude.
- Yo. You okay? - Coastal California?
That was my scholarship, dude.
- Thank you again. - Yeah.
- That went well. - Better than well.
All three schools offered you a scholarship, son.
That is a huge blessing.
- That's huge. - Yeah.
But what if my situation at Toledo takes all summer?
Spencer, why are you doing this to yourself?
Look, as thankful as I am for these offers,
not one of those coaches promise they'd hold my spot that long.
- Laura is taking care of that. - This is crazy.
I'm holding on to three offers.
- That's the most attention I've received. - Mmm-hmm.
And yet I'm still being held hostage by Coach Hudson.
Spencer.
- Coach Kenny? - What's up?
- I'm sorry for coming by unannounced. - Nah, you're good. Come in.
I get the sense you like surprising folk.
Nah. I just like to keep my cards close to the vest until I'm sure about someone.
I got to ask, man. What's going on?
That's three times in two days I've seen you.
Now was our run-in last night an accident or on purpose?
Honestly, that was an accident. For real.
But being at the combine today, that was on purpose.
- Okay. - Come to Golden Angeles.
Excuse me?
Spencer James, I'm officially offering you a scholarship.
I would've said something last night
but I had to prove to my boss that you were the right fit
for our school and worth the fight.
So what do you think?
I mean, I'm sitting here offering you a spot, aren't I?
Look, you would be the perfect fit for the culture we're building.
We're not only a juggernaut on the field, but we also place a premium on education,
- which I know is important to you. - Yeah, it is.
So is honesty.
Look, I know you were burned
by the whole Toledo State situation with Dante Smart.
But look at me, bro. This is different.
- How? - Simple. Because I'm home.
- Wait. You're from out here? - Carson, baby.
This is the reunion I've been waiting for my whole life.
And your dad and I...
we used to talk about coming home all the time.
I got a couple of other offers, so I'mma just weigh my options. All right?
Yeah. As you should. One more last thing.
If you have to sit out your freshman season
because of the Toledo State situation, I'm cool with it.
You're worth the wait.
Hell of a spectacle you put on today, Billy.
Little surprised you invited me and my staff.
Just doing my part to show that there's honor in compromise.
There's also honor in your word. Spencer signed on the dotted line.
When he thought that Dante was gonna be his receiver coach,
which is something that you knew but then chose not to tell him.
No coach is bigger than the program.
- Not even me. - Right.
Well, Spencer is a special kind of kid.
You know, he kind of leads with his heart, and connection means everything to him.
So when he lost Dante, he lost the connection.
He made a commitment.
At this point, do you even really want Spencer to play for you,
or is this your way of punishing him?
We both know the precedent for releasing a player from their commitment
when there's been a change in coaching. Do you really want to be that dude?
The type of coach that holds players, like, against their will?
- I mean, in these times? - I don't like what you're insinuating.
Oh, I'm not insinuating. I'm speaking facts.
If you don't release Spencer from his letter of intent, I'm gonna make sure
that every recruit in the nation knows about you and your "methods."
Social media, she is a hungry bitch.
And once these kids find out, it's gonna be over.
I mean, cancel culture... It is something else.
You'll be done in 24 hours.
Because, you know, no coach is bigger than the program. Right?
- Hey. - Hey. Thanks for letting me interrupt.
Well, it was that or let you keep beating yourself up over text.
- Um, have you heard from JJ? - No, not yet.
Hmm.
I can't believe I said that to him. I was such an ass.
Agreed.
I thought I was past losing football,
but hearing JJ land my scholarship at my dream school--
It hurt. Which, by the way, is totally normal.
It closed a chapter on your life,
a chapter you've been writing since you were a kid.
Now it's JJ's time.
- I should be there for him. - Asher, stop. You have been there for him.
And you will be again eventually.
You just had a moment. A very human one.
I mean, when you put it like that...
Any chance you want to talk to JJ for me?
Zero. Put your big boy pants on and handle your business.
Yeah.
Hey, I'm sorry, babe.
- Hey, Coop. No, I'm-- - No, just hear me out, all right?
I know why you didn't tell me about the tour.
I've been making it hard for you to celebrate your career.
You're not making it hard. You lost something you loved.
You know, something you built your whole life around. Like, that's a lot.
And I'm just trying to be sensitive. That's all.
Look, I know. All right?
But you don't have to walk on eggshells around me.
You deserve to be celebrated.
So go, headline that tour. It's your time.
Come with me to Vegas.
I mean, it's no secret that things have been a little off between us.
Yes, okay, things could be better.
I mean, it ain't nothing we can't get through.
Couples go through these things.
We just need a little time.
Do you know where we can find this time? It's this tour.
We're long overdue for a vacation, Coop.
So let's do this.
Come on. No Preach. No Amina. Just us.
I love you. But I can't leave Amina right now.
I'm the reason her moms is dead. She needs me and I owe that to her.
So I think the right thing for you to do is to go.
But for me... is to stay.
- Patience-- - No. No, it's okay.
I get it.
And you're right. We have to do what we both have to do.
Okay, excellent.
Yes, Coach. I'll make sure Chris and Frausto meet up with you in the morning.
All right. We'll be in touch. Bye.
Chris and Frausto are meeting with a school tomorrow?
- Yes, yes. Listen, son-- - Ah.
- Dad, it's cool. - No, it's not cool.
- You deserve an opportunity. - I agree.
I agree. All right. And so does Coach Garrett.
He just offered me a preferred walk-on at Golden Angeles University.
Last thing I was looking for today was a quarterback
until I saw your son play.
- He was that impressive. Be in contact? - For sure.
- Yes, Coach. - Thank you. Thanks, Coach.
- Thank you. - All right.
Thank you.
My man. Unbelievable.
- Oh, my God. - Mmm-hmm.
Hey. I am so proud of you.
- Thank you. - I'm so proud of you, man.
- We did it. - No. You did it.
So, the girl Nurse Joy wants you to help is my boy's cousin?
Right? It is a small world.
Well, y'all two seemed real comfortable with each other on the sidelines today.
Well, she asked me to be her sponsor.
Damn. Y'all two really turned things around from that first meeting.
I told her no. Well, actually, I just froze.
- And then she just took that as a "no." - Why?
Jenn's not ready to be helped. Okay? I've been where she's been.
I've said what she's saying, and she doesn't want a sponsor.
She wants an enabler who will just sign her court order
and then look the other way.
And she just might find one unless somebody else steps in.
Maybe somebody who's already calling her on her BS.
Look, obviously, it's your choice,
but I know how much helping people means to you.
Clearly y'all two got a connection.
So if there's even a chance of you helping her, why not take it?
Well, you know, speaking of connections
and taking chances, you know, the same could apply to you and Coach Kenny.
We'll see. I got options now.
- Something I ain't had before. - Mmm-hmm.
True.
But did you connect with any of the coaches the way you did with Kenny?
Yeah. Dante.
Look, I know when Dante left, that triggered some stuff for you.
But this isn't like when he left or when your dad left.
Of course you get it.
It sounds to me like Coach Kenny is committed to you, babe.
The same way my dad is, or even Principal Carter, for that matter.
And the best part? Coach Kenny is one of the last links to Corey.
So I don't know. This is kinda full circle.
- Damn. - What?
My man.
Yes, yes, yes.
- What's going on? - Your brother has some news.
Liv, get ready to rock some Golden Angeles swag at my games this fall.
- Wait. Are you serious? - Yo, congratulations, dawg.
I can't stop crying. It's just so amazing.
This is a really good day for both of you.
- Right. I heard about the three offers. - Oh. Thank you, ma'am.
Yeah, but not just that.
I was able to speak to Coach Hudson, and you're good.
Wait. You mean... Are you serious?
Spencer James, you are a free man.
- Told you to trust me, you see? - Yes, sir.
Let's get it.
Hell, yeah.
Oh, my God.
Yo, JJ. Hey. Look, man, I'm sorry for how I acted yesterday.
That's your scholarship.
You earned it, JJ. And Coastal got themselves a good one.
- And I'm so damn proud of you. - You really messed me up.
I know. That's why I'm apologizing.
No. I mean by becoming my coach that day. You set a high bar, dude.
What am I supposed to do at Coastal without you?
You're supposed to kick ass. Besides, I didn't do much, man. I just--
Bro, you pushed Jordan to bet on himself and look where that got him.
And then you got my head right at the combine.
Let's not even talk about everything you did this season.
All the plays you came up with, even from the sidelines?
If that's not a coach, I don't know what is.
Recovery is not for people who need it. It's for people who want it.
- Okay. - I'll be your sponsor.
The offer's off the table.
Well, it's too late, 'cause you already asked. So here we are.
And just to be clear, you're gonna have to earn my signature for your court order.
Okay? I'm your sponsor, not your enabler.
I'm doing this because I care about you, Jenn.
And you're gonna accept this because you know I'm the best person for you.
So grab your cookie and let's go sit down.
The queen has spoken.
Don't do this for no reason
Hey, whatever happened to you and your little friend?
Y'all still rocking or you walked away?
I'm staying for now,
but I still somehow think he's involved in some messy stuff.
- But he's my friend, so... - So you chose loyalty. That's what's up.
- Thanks for coming by. - I appreciated your call.
- Can I ask you something? - Shoot.
When you said I was worth the wait, you mean that?
Yes, sir.
You know, it was always my dream to play college ball at home.
And now, with my brother Jordan on the same team,
it makes it twice as special.
So... if I'm worth the wait, then you're worth taking a chance on.
And I ain't gonna lie.
It's gonna be nice having a piece of my pops' history at GAU with me.
My man.
Now, you are staying at Golden Angeles, right?
I better be. I just signed a five-year contract.
Oh. Good. I'm gonna be in the NFL long before your deal's over.
For sure. Welcome to the family, Spence.
Thank you... Coach.