| "In the Bag" | |
|---|---|
| Friday Night Lights episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 4 Episode 7 |
| Directed by | Stephen Kay |
| Written by | Ron Fitzgerald |
| Cinematography by | Todd McMullen |
| Editing by | Stephen Michael |
| Original release dates | December 16, 2009 (DirecTV) June 18, 2010 (NBC) |
| Running time | 43 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"In the Bag" is the seventh episode of the fourth season of the American sports drama television series Friday Night Lights, inspired by the 1990 nonfiction book by H. G. Bissinger. It is the 57th overall episode of the series and was written by producer Ron Fitzgerald, and directed by Stephen Kay. It originally aired on DirecTV's 101 Network on December 16, 2009, before airing on NBC on June 18, 2010.[1]
The series is set in the fictional town of Dillon, a small, close-knit community in rural West Texas. It follows a high school football team, the Dillon Panthers. It features a set of characters, primarily connected to Coach Eric Taylor, his wife Tami, and their daughter Julie. In the episode, Julie tries to move on after Matt leaves Dillon, while Eric appoints Vince as quarterback. Meanwhile, Tim is introduced to Becky's father, while Tami goes out with Glenn.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 3.43 million household viewers and gained a 1.0/4 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances and character development.