Friday Night Lights (TV) Cast
The cast of Friday Night Lights. Updated on October 6, 2025.
261 actors
Kyle Chandler
as Eric Taylor (76 episodes)

Kyle Chandler portrays Eric Taylor, the head coach of the Dillon High School Panthers football team. Coach Taylor is a dedicated and passionate coach who is deeply committed to his players' success on and off the field. He faces various challenges in leading the team and balancing his professional and personal life.

Connie Britton
as Tami Taylor (76 episodes)

Connie Britton plays Tami Taylor, Eric Taylor's wife. Tami is a strong and supportive wife and mother who also works as a guidance counselor at Dillon High School. She plays a crucial role in the lives of the students and provides valuable advice and guidance to them.

Aimee Teegarden
as Julie Taylor (76 episodes)

Aimee Teegarden portrays Julie Taylor, the daughter of Eric and Tami Taylor. Julie is a high school student who navigates the challenges of adolescence, relationships, and finding her own path. She grows and matures throughout the series and faces various ups and downs.

Taylor Kitsch
as Tim Riggins (68 episodes)

Taylor Kitsch plays Tim Riggins, a talented but troubled fullback for the Dillon Panthers. Tim comes from a difficult background and struggles with personal demons. He forms deep bonds with his teammates and faces various obstacles in his personal and football life.

Jesse Plemons
as Landry Clarke (63 episodes)

Jesse Plemons portrays Landry Clarke, one of Eric Taylor's players. Landry is a loyal friend and a supportive teammate. He has a passion for music and often serves as a source of comic relief. Throughout the series, Landry experiences personal growth and explores his own aspirations.

Michael B. Jordan
as Vince Howard (26 episodes)

Michael B. Jordan plays Vince Howard, a key player for the East Dillon Lions after the town splits into two high schools. Vince experiences a transformative journey as he navigates the challenges of inner-city life, relationships, and striving for success both on and off the football field.

Minka Kelly
as Lyla Garrity (63 episodes)

Minka Kelly portrays Lyla Garrity, a cheerleader and former girlfriend of Tim Riggins. Lyla experiences personal growth and explores her own passions and aspirations throughout the series. She becomes involved in various romantic relationships and faces challenges in finding her own identity.

Jurnee Smollett
as Jess Merriweather (26 episodes)

Jurnee Smollett plays Jess Merriweather, another key player for the East Dillon Lions. Jess is a talented athlete who joins the football team as the team's equipment manager, but her skills and dedication earn her a spot on the field. She faces various obstacles and strives to prove herself in a male-dominated sport.

Dora Madison
as Becky Sproles (26 episodes)
Grey Damon
as Hastings Ruckle (13 episodes)
Matt Lauria
as Luke Cafferty (26 episodes)
Scott Porter
as Jason Street (50 episodes)
Gaius Charles
as Brian 'Smash' Williams (50 episodes)
Adrianne Palicki
as Tyra Collette (50 episodes)
Zach Gilford
as Matt Saracen (62 episodes)
Angela Rawna
as Regina Little (13 episodes)
Tim Guinee
as Bob (1 episode)
Maggie Wheeler
as Teacher (1 episode)
Francis Capra
as Devin Diablo (1 episode)
Brooke Langton
as Jackie Miller (8 episodes)
John Diehl
as Richard Sherman (2 episodes)
Chris Mulkey
as Coach Bill McGregor (4 episodes)
Matt Czuchry
as Chris Kennedy (4 episodes)
Brett Cullen
as Walt Riggins (4 episodes)
Steve Harris
as Vernon Merriweather (6 episodes)
Janine Turner
as Katie McCoy (11 episodes)
Austin Nichols
as Noah Barnett (2 episodes)
Matt Barr
as Ryan Lowry (2 episodes)
D.W. Moffett
as Joe McCoy (18 episodes)
Daniella Alonso
as Carlotta Alonso (10 episodes)
Glenn Morshower
as Chad Clarke (10 episodes)
Barry Tubb
as Tom Cafferty (3 episodes)
Patrick J. Adams
as Connor Hayes (2 episodes)
Taylor Nichols
as Kevin (2 episodes)
Alicia Witt
as Cheryl (7 episodes)
Dana Wheeler-Nicholson
as Angela Collette (19 episodes)
Kevin Rankin
as Herc (21 episodes)
Lorraine Toussaint
as Bird Merriweather (1 episode)
Dee Nelson
as Marci (1 episode)
Brad Leland
as Buddy Garrity (58 episodes)
Alexandra Holden
as Suzy (5 episodes)
Jeremy Sumpter
as J.D. McCoy (18 episodes)
Alanna Ubach
as Roberta 'Bobbie' Roberts (1 episode)
Kim Dickens
as Shelby Saracen (11 episodes)
Jessalyn Gilsig
as Shelley Hayes (6 episodes)
Derek Phillips
as Billy Riggins (25 episodes)
Sinqua Walls
as Jamarcus Hall (3 episodes)
Patrick Massett
as Willie Gault (2 episodes)
Louanne Stephens
as Mrs. Saracen (15 episodes)
Nicole Taylor
as Holly (1 episode)
Mark Nutter
as Mitchell Street (4 episodes)
Katherine Willis
as Joanne Street (10 episodes)
Merrilee McCommas
as Pam Garrity (12 episodes)
Cindy Creekmore
as Missy Aubrey (4 episodes)
Noble Chase Pack
as Little Buddy Garrity (1 episode)
Kate Krause
as Tabby Garrity (7 episodes)
Brian D. Phelan
as QB Coach (1 episode)
Dago Pates
as David Matters (1 episode)
John Hambrick
as Eddie McMannus (1 episode)
Walter Perez
as Bobby 'Bull' Reyes (5 episodes)
Blue Deckert
as Mac McGill (21 episodes)
Sabra Fuller
as Mary Ann Granger (2 episodes)
Chris Doubek
as Young Doctor (1 episode)
Michael Stephen Costello
as Doctor Kroll (1 episode)
Anne Clarke
as Drew (2 episodes)
Stephen Bishop
as Interviewer (1 episode)
Sid Johnson
as Reverend Grady (5 episodes)
Peter Heckmann
as Reverend Locke (3 episodes)
Joseph Cheatham
as Fat Guy (1 episode)
Aldis Hodge
as Ray 'Voodoo' Tatum (6 episodes)
Mathew Greer
as Coach Deeks (2 episodes)
Cynthia Huerta
as Nurse (1 episode)
Laura McManus
as Homework Girl (1 episode)
Leah Coffman
as Physical Therapist (1 episode)
L. Christian Mixon
as Burly Guy (1 episode)
Ravin Alexander
as Crying Cheerleader (1 episode)
Megan Moser
as Lois (2 episodes)
Marcus M. Mauldin
as Vic (1 episode)
Sean Hennigan
as Arnet-Mead Coach (1 episode)
Libby Villari
as Mayor Lucy Rodell (8 episodes)
Charon R. Arnold
as Dolia (2 episodes)
Michael Foster
as Defensive Coach (1 episode)
Brian Beal
as Mean Guy in Car (1 episode)
Hector E. Rodriguez
as Assistant Principal (1 episode)
Toby Metcalf
as Booster (2 episodes)
Ed Clements
as Lannie Albright (3 episodes)
Robert Parish
as Phil (5 episodes)
Liz Mikel
as Corrina Williams (10 episodes)
Margaret Hoard
as Mrs. Johnson (1 episode)
Allan Graf
as Panthers Defensive Coach (1 episode)
Nieko Mann
as Noannie Williams (8 episodes)
Dell Johnson
as Officer (1 episode)
Martha Prentiss
as Cashier (1 episode)
Whitney McCauley
as Sheila Williams (5 episodes)
Nick Brandt
as Aaron Banks (1 episode)
Brent Smiga
as Henry Saracen (4 episodes)
Robert O. Boothby
as Corey (5 episodes)
Hanna Loberg
as Troubled Student (1 episode)
Danielle Replogle
as Cheerleader 2 (1 episode)
David Stokey
as Ryan Johnson (1 episode)
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