Ep 3. Move the Chains

Spencer Strasmore, played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, is back to his old habits in Ballers season 1 episode 3. This time, he's trying to help a rising star wide receiver, Ricky Jerret (John David Washington), move the chains. The episode revolves around Jerret's life's ups and downs as a football player and as a person.

The episode opens with Jerret struggling to focus on his game. His trainers, coach, and team all lose faith in him, and he finds himself left out of the NFL draft picks. Spencer, who served as Jerret's agent in the past, decides to help him revamp his career and prove his worth to other NFL team owners.

As Spencer works to get his friend back on track, he comes up against unforeseen challenges. Jerret is fraught with anxiety, bad habits, and an inflated ego. Spencer's struggle to keep his friend focused on the sport challenges him and makes him question his abilities in his chosen line of work.

Meanwhile, Vernon Littlefield, another NFL player, is in hot water with his team owners. Spencer tries to come to Vernon's rescue, but his efforts are tested with a surprising twist that he wasn't prepared for. As Spencer juggles helping both Jerret and Littlefield, his world as a football agent spirals out of control.

To top it all off, Spencer has a serious decision to make about his professional football career. The episode ends with Spencer's critical choice and an uncertain future in store for both him and his football friends.

Overall, Ballers season 1 episode 3 is an intense, fast-paced episode that leaves viewers on edge and satisfies their need for high stakes and drama. It's a must-watch for any football fan or anyone looking for a thrilling show packed with intense characters and high-pressure decisions.