| "Nevermind" | |
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| Friday Night Lights episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 1 Episode 11 |
| Directed by | Jonas Pate |
| Written by | Elizabeth Heldens |
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| Cinematography by | Todd McMullen |
| Editing by | Scott Gamzon |
| Original release date | January 3, 2007 |
| Running time | 43 minutes |
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"Nevermind" is the eleventh episode of the first season of the American sports drama television series Friday Night Lights, inspired by the 1990 nonfiction book by H. G. Bissinger. The episode was written by supervising producer Elizabeth Heldens and directed by Jonas Pate. It originally aired on NBC on January 3, 2007.
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, Matt is delighted when his father returns from Iraq, but is disappointed upon seeing the different person he became. Meanwhile, Jason and Lyla begin to rekindle their relationship, and Landry tutors an academically challenged Tim.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 6.28 million household viewers and gained a 2.2 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the performances (particularly Zach Gilford), writing, and character development.