Life is demanding for players at Oakland's Laney College, where they must pay for their own housing and expenses while pursuing a future in football.

After 40 years, coach John Beam's legacy in Oakland is unmatched. Injuries lead to an unorthodox solution at QB as Laney looks to get back on track.

RJ lives for football, but is haunted by an infamous family history. Beam's old school ways don't always connect with the younger generation.

Rejzohn discusses a painful memory, then suffers a physical setback. Despite recent success, Laney still feels disrespected by a rival in San Francisco.

As Dior looks for a way out of California, Beam questions if Nu'u could commit to moving his family away from Oakland. RJ's frustrations mount.

Gentrification in Oakland brings some positive changes, but pushes longtime residents out of the city. The Eagles begin a late push for a playoff bid.

As the season winds down, the graduating players plan their next moves while Beam pledges to make changes and build an even better team next year.