Ep 9. One of Them Nights

In "All American" season 2 episode 9, titled "One of Them Nights," tensions rise as the South Crenshaw High football team prepares to face off against their rivals Beverly Hills High. Spencer (played by Daniel Ezra) is dealing with a lot of pressure both on and off the field. His estranged father (played by Chad Coleman) has returned and is trying to make amends, but Spencer is hesitant to forgive him for a past transgression. Meanwhile, Spencer's relationship with his girlfriend Layla (played by Greta Onieogou) is also strained as they struggle to find time for each other amidst their busy schedules.

As the big game approaches, tensions between the two teams reach a boiling point. Beverly Hills High's star player Asher (played by Cody Christian) is feeling the pressure as well, and turns to drugs to cope. Meanwhile, Olivia (played by Samantha Logan) is struggling with her sobriety and considers relapsing. The game itself is intense, with both teams giving it their all in a battle for bragging rights.

Off the field, Spencer's father attempts to make amends by offering him a car. Spencer is skeptical of his father's motives, but eventually accepts the gift. He takes his girlfriend Layla out for a drive, hoping to patch things up between them. However, their conversation is cut short when they are pulled over by the police for a minor infraction. Tensions rise as they are both questioned by the officers, and it becomes clear that they are being targeted for no reason other than their race.

The episode ends with the fallout from the game and the incident with the police. All of the characters are left reeling, unsure of what the future holds. Spencer is forced to confront his father about his past mistakes, while Layla struggles to deal with the injustice they faced at the hands of the police. Meanwhile, Asher's drug use finally catches up to him, and Olivia finds herself at a crossroads in her sobriety.

Overall, "One of Them Nights" is an intense episode that deals with a lot of heavy themes, but ultimately leaves the characters and the audience with a sense of hope. The show continues to tackle important issues like racism and addiction with sensitivity and nuance, and the performances from the cast are all top-notch. Fans of the show won't want to miss this episode, and newcomers will find themselves quickly drawn in by the compelling storylines and complex characters.