Ep 12. Old College Try

Al Bundy, patriarch of the dysfunctional Bundy family, is often portrayed as the quintessential loser. In season 7 episode 12, "Old College Try", this stereotype is played up to comedic effect as Al attempts to relive his college glory days.

The episode opens with Al lamenting his lackluster life and reminiscing about his days as a college football star. His wife Peggy, ever the naysayer, insists that Al has no hope of reliving his glory days. However, Al is determined to prove her wrong.

Al enlists his old college teammate, Jack, to help him train for an upcoming alumni game. Jack is now a successful businessman and no longer in peak physical condition, but Al is undeterred. He spends hours practicing and even turns the Bundy home into a makeshift football field.

However, Al's training regimen takes a toll on Peggy and their children, Kelly and Bud. Peggy grows increasingly frustrated with Al's obsession and takes drastic measures to put an end to it. Meanwhile, Kelly and Bud decide to take advantage of their father's distraction to throw a house party.

As the alumni game approaches, tensions come to a head. Al is forced to confront the harsh reality that his glory days are behind him. Nonetheless, he refuses to back down and gives it his all on the field.

"Old College Try" is a classic episode of Married...with Children, showcasing the show's signature blend of crude humor and heartwarming moments. It also features standout performances by lead actor Ed O'Neill as Al Bundy and guest star Bubba Smith as Jack. Fans of the show will enjoy this episode's mix of nostalgia, sports humor, and classic Bundy family dysfunction.