Playmakers

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  • TV-MA
  • 2010
  • 1 Season
  • 8.4  (1,470)

Playmakers is a gritty drama series from ESPN that explores the lives of fictional players and coaches of a professional football team, the Cougars. The show premiered in 2003, with its first and only season comprising of 11 episodes. The series is known for its realistic portrayal of the behind-the-scenes struggles of players, coaches, and their families, including drug abuse, infidelity, and racism within the football team.

The main cast of Playmakers includes a talented group of actors who bring depth and complexity to their respective roles. Omar Gooding plays the role of Demetrius 'Demi' Hines, a star running back battling addiction and the weight of his own expectations. Russell Hornsby plays Leon Taylor, the Cougars' veteran quarterback whose job is in jeopardy due to a younger, promising talent. Christopher Wiehl plays Eric Olczyk, a young, hot-headed linebacker trying to prove himself on and off the field. Bruce Gray portrays Coach George, the no-nonsense head coach of the Cougars tasked with managing the personal and professional lives of his players. Other prominent characters include Karen LeBlanc as reporter Tamara Johansen, Jennifer Baxter as the troubled wife of a player, Laura Jordan as the team's publicist, and Gabriel Hogan as a former player turned assistant coach.

Throughout the series, Playmakers tackles a variety of relevant and challenging topics in the world of professional football. The Cougars are a team under pressure, facing constant scrutiny from the media and their fans. Each episode delves into the personal struggles of the players and coaches, including substance abuse, domestic violence, racism, cheating, and the constant threat of injury. The series takes a realistic and unflinching look at the challenges that professional athletes face and the toll it takes on their personal lives, something that is often hidden behind a strong public image.

Despite its short run, Playmakers was well-received by critics and audiences alike. The show's realistic portrayal of the struggles facing professional athletes set it apart from other sports dramas on television at the time. Viewers were drawn into the world of the Cougars and invested in the characters' personal journeys, rooting for them to overcome their respective demons.

In addition to its hard-hitting subject matter, Playmakers also delivered high-stakes football action on the field. The series featured well-choreographed and realistic game sequences, complete with dazzling plays and intense rivalries. The football games were integral components of the storylines, adding to the overall drama and excitement of the show.

Ultimately, Playmakers tackled tough topics with sensitivity and honesty while providing gripping football action. It was a groundbreaking series that set the standard for sports dramas to come. Sadly, the show was cancelled after just one season, leaving fans wondering what could have been. However, its legacy lives on, cementing itself as one of the most impactful and authentic dramas in the history of sports television.

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Seasons
NHL 11 Challenge Update & EA Sports MMA Challenge
24. NHL 11 Challenge Update & EA Sports MMA Challenge
October 27, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qoBT5wggP0 Click here to watch Playmakers 10/21/10! Pl...
FIFA 11 Highlight Reel Winner & NHL 11 Challenge Update
23. FIFA 11 Highlight Reel Winner & NHL 11 Challenge Update
October 20, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzaNxVWu7Kc Click here to watch Playmakers 10/14/10! Pl...
FIFA 11 Highlight Reel Challenge & NHL 11 Challenge
22. FIFA 11 Highlight Reel Challenge & NHL 11 Challenge
October 13, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVD82n5hapk Click here to watch Playmakers 10/7/10! Pla...
NBA 2K11 Demo Winner, FIFA 11 Highlight Reel Challenge
21. NBA 2K11 Demo Winner, FIFA 11 Highlight Reel Challenge
October 6, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIsM81-dQIE Click here to watch Playmakers 9/30/10! Pla...
A Rocky Situation Winner, NBA 2K11 Update, FIFA 11 Challenge
20. A Rocky Situation Winner, NBA 2K11 Update, FIFA 11 Challenge
September 29, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DBcCaYAE_Q Click here to watch Playmakers 9/23/10! Pla...
Skate 3 Montage Winner, A Rocky Situation, NBA 2K11 Chall...
19. Skate 3 Montage Winner, A Rocky Situation, NBA 2K11 Chall...
September 22, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOSAznzFgOA Click here to watch Playmakers 9/16/10! Pla...
Skate 3 Montage Update, A Rocky Situation Challenge
18. Skate 3 Montage Update, A Rocky Situation Challenge
September 15, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-e0fXGcYZ0 Click here to watch Playmakers 9/9/10! Play...
Create-A-Finisher Winner and Skate 3 Greatest Montage Update
17. Create-A-Finisher Winner and Skate 3 Greatest Montage Update
September 8, 2010
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Vince-anity!, Create-A-Finisher, Skate 3 Montage Challenge
16. Vince-anity!, Create-A-Finisher, Skate 3 Montage Challenge
September 1, 2010
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Punt Return Winner, Create-A-Finisher Challenge
15. Punt Return Winner, Create-A-Finisher Challenge
August 25, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTnWNA3dV1w Click This to Watch Playmakers 8/19/10 (Hall...
Hall of Meat Winner, Punt Return Update, & Vince-anity Ch...
14. Hall of Meat Winner, Punt Return Update, & Vince-anity Ch...
August 18, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2ZqfECujtE Click here to watch Playmakers w Constant 8/...
NBA Blacktop Winner,Hall of Meat Update,Punt Return Chall...
13. NBA Blacktop Winner,Hall of Meat Update,Punt Return Chall...
August 11, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoT5M3ioemg Click here to watch Playmakers 7/29/10! Pla...
Yankee HR Winner, NBA Blacktop, & Hall of Meat Challenge
12. Yankee HR Winner, NBA Blacktop, & Hall of Meat Challenge
July 28, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dueRUIZaz5Y Click here to watch Playmakers w Constant 7/...
Longest Throw Winner, Home Run Update, NBA Blacktop Chall...
11. Longest Throw Winner, Home Run Update, NBA Blacktop Chall...
July 21, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACbqMizJoE0 Click here to watch Playmakers w/ Constant 7...
Madden Throw, Gardner/Granderson/Thames Home Run Challenges
10. Madden Throw, Gardner/Granderson/Thames Home Run Challenges
July 14, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWPCRZ6gsgA Click here to watch Playmakers with Constant...
Madden NFL 10 Longest Throw Challenge
9. Madden NFL 10 Longest Throw Challenge
July 7, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_rvWwpUMUs Click here to watch Playmakers with Constant...
FIFA Longest Goal Challenge Winner
8. FIFA Longest Goal Challenge Winner
May 11, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5mvZYgukYE Click here to watch Playmakers with Constant...
40 Yard Dash Winner/FIFA Longest Goal Challenge Update
7. 40 Yard Dash Winner/FIFA Longest Goal Challenge Update
May 4, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvdUrbrrIvE Click here to watch the previous episode of ...
Dunk Winner ft Nate Robinson/40 Yard Dash Update/FIFA Goa...
6. Dunk Winner ft Nate Robinson/40 Yard Dash Update/FIFA Goa...
April 27, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJbiC9tF-Ag Click here to watch the previous episode of ...
NHL Scoring Winner/NBA Dunk Contest Update/40 Yard Dash C...
5. NHL Scoring Winner/NBA Dunk Contest Update/40 Yard Dash C...
April 20, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEe0H4KFM0g Click here to watch the previous episode of ...
MLB Defensive Winner/NHL Scoring Update/NBA Dunk Contest
4. MLB Defensive Winner/NHL Scoring Update/NBA Dunk Contest
April 14, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlLjZcCH8SE Click here to watch the previous episode of ...
Sports Highlight Reel Winner/MLB Defensive Update/NHL Cha...
3. Sports Highlight Reel Winner/MLB Defensive Update/NHL Cha...
April 7, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCfiQpB6aBY Click here to watch the previous episode of ...
Highlight Reel Challenge Update/New MLB Defensive Challenge
2. Highlight Reel Challenge Update/New MLB Defensive Challenge
March 31, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9x_NimDCnk Machinima Respawn 3/30/10 EXTRA EDITION - Da...
Challenge - Submit Your Videos And Be Featured On Machini...
1. Challenge - Submit Your Videos And Be Featured On Machini...
March 24, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7IFIca5Sg4 Click above to watch the first episode of Ma...
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  • Premiere Date
    March 24, 2010
  • IMDB Rating
    8.4  (1,470)
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