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Playmakers
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The series is a gritty ensemble drama about the off-field lives of a group of players on a pro football team and how they deal with the pressure of being on the professional level.
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Episodes
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- E1 Game DayNext upAug 26, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
The Cougars are 2-3 and it's six hours to kick-off. Leon Taylor, back from injured reserve, plans to retake the running back throne from rookie Demetrius ""DH"" Harris, who will not slow down for anyone. Coach George must get hard-hitting middle linebacker Eric Olczyk's head together before the game.
Guest stars: John Bourgeois (Stan Olczyk), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Kevin Jubinville (Dr. Gatewood), Leilene Ondrade (Woman in Pool (uncredited)), Ron White, Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Thea Andrews (Samantha Lovett), K.C. Collins (Ron Martin (as Chris Collins))
- E2 The Piss ManSep 2, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
The league drug testing official a.k.a. The Piss Man is coming: no one knows which two players are on the list. They better be clean - otherwise it's automatic suspension. Guard Dog tempts Leon with a way to get his mojo back. Olczyk needs to calm his demons. McConnell's got pain management issues.
Guest stars: Sasha Roiz (Stephen Lyles), Pat Mastroianni (Mendes), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Kevin Jubinville (Dr. Gatewood), Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), K.C. Collins (Ron Martin (as Chris Collins)), Orlando Bowen, Dan Petronijevic (Thad Guerwitcz (as Daniel Petronijevic))
- E3 The Choice (1)Sep 9, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Part 1 of 2. Leon faces the possibility of a trade; DH must decide where his loyalty lies; McConnell's in a slump.
Guest stars: Sasha Roiz (Stephen Lyles), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Billy MacLellan (Man in Bar), Thea Andrews (Samantha Lovett), Dan Petronijevic (Thad Guerwitcz (as Daniel Petronijevic)), Clé Bennett, Michael Miller, Joseph Pierre
- E4 The Choice (2)Sep 16, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Part 2 of 2. When new evidence surfaces, DH is pressured to change his statement; Olczyk receives news about his father; a rift grows between Robin and Leon.
Guest stars: Janet-Laine Green (Miss Duberstein), John Bourgeois (Stan Olczyk), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Billy MacLellan (Man in Bar (uncredited)), Lyriq Bent, Orlando Bowen, Jordan Fennell, Tyson Fennell
- E5 HalftimeSep 23, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
The Cougars have been ravaged. Coach George and the medical staff must patch up the pieces for the second half. Leon faces a potentially career ending knee injury that worsens a rift with Olczyk, who knows what Leon did to Robin. DH can't make it to the next half without getting high. McConnell needs relief from the pain of a separated shoulder: he's got Chambers scouring the stands for his next night nurse.
Guest stars: Sasha Roiz (Stephen Lyles), Jennifer Baxter (Carole Lohan), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Kevin Jubinville (Dr. Gatewood), Benz Antoine (Ray Barnes), Patrice Goodman (Robin's Friend), Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Thea Andrews (Samantha Lovett)
- E6 Man In MotionSep 30, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Coach George lectures the team; DH's drug abuse comes to a head; domestic abuse rumors involving Leon appear; McConnell arranges a boys night out; Olczyk cannot forget about Beth.
Guest stars: Kristin Adams (Juicy Girl / O. D Girl), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Lyriq Bent, Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Thea Andrews (Samantha Lovett), K.C. Collins (Ron Martin (as Chris Collins)), Dan Petronijevic (Thad Guerwitcz (as Daniel Petronijevic)), Sarah Lafleur (Beth Havens)
- E7 Talk RadioOct 7, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Leon and Robin's decision to go public leads to legal problems; DH makes a charity appearance; Coach George sees a doctor; McConnell and Wilbanks' daughter make a bet.
Guest stars: Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Dan Petronijevic (Thad Guerwitcz (as Daniel Petronijevic)), Gabriel Hogan (Guard Dog Fredericks), Kerry Griffin, Jay 'Mad Dog' Michaels ((as Jay Michaels)), J.C. Kenny (Reporter), Tacquira LaTouche (Self (uncredited))
- E8 Down and DistanceOct 14, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Olczyk prepares to face his nemesis: a lightning fast quarterback who runs. Leon must resolve his legal issues to continue playing on the team. Coach George learns that he has prostate cancer. McConnell's halftime hookup comes back to haunt him: she's pregnant and it's his.
Guest stars: Sasha Roiz (Stephen Lyles), Karen LeBlanc (Robin Taylor), Kevin Jubinville (Dr. Gatewood), Daniel Kash, Lyriq Bent, Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Thea Andrews (Samantha Lovett), Orlando Bowen
- E9 The OutingOct 28, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Guerwitcz asks August to marry him in order to dodge a rumor that a Cougars player is gay; tensions build between Leon and and Olczyk over midseason contract negotiations.
Guest stars: Sasha Roiz (Stephen Lyles), Kevin Jubinville (Dr. Gatewood), Lyriq Bent, Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Thea Andrews (Samantha Lovett), Orlando Bowen, Dan Petronijevic (Thad Guerwitcz (as Daniel Petronijevic)), Shawn Singleton
- E10 Tenth of a SecondNov 4, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
DH's big brother, Big E, learns some disturbing news about Cal's crime; Leon takes steps to prolong his career.
Guest stars: Snoop Dogg (Edwin ‘Big E’ Harris), Gabriel Hogan (Guard Dog Fredericks), Clé Bennett, Michael Miller, Joseph Pierre, Arnold Pinnock, Colin Glazer (Police Officer), Gary Hudson
- E11 Week 17Nov 11, 2003 · 45 min
Synopsis
Leon auditions for a sportscaster job at Samantha's station; Olczyk must handle a surprise pregnancy announcement; Buffalo's weight gain affects his chances of playing.
Guest stars: Sasha Roiz (Stephen Lyles), Snoop Dogg (Edwin ‘Big E’ Harris), Kevin Jubinville (Dr. Gatewood), Phillip Jarrett (Coach Rudman), Orlando Bowen, Gabriel Hogan (Guard Dog Fredericks), Michael Miller, Joseph Pierre
Cast & crew
Created by John Eisendrath
Tony Denison
Omar Gooding
Russell Hornsby
Jason Matthew Smith
Marcello Thedford
Christopher Wiehl
Bruce Gray
Stephen Bogaert
