Synopsis: After Beverly’s crushing defeat, KJ digs into Jordan Baker’s old playbook to rally the team, but Coach Cassius urges him to carve his own path. Tensions flare as Layla clashes with pop star Elle Grant, refusing to collaborate due to Elle’s past controversial tweets. Jordan navigates coaching challenges at South Crenshaw, while Cassius’ tough love pushes KJ to a breaking point. A heated confrontation at The Hangout forces the teens to face legacy versus loyalty.

Review: "Face Off" delivers classic All American drama with fresh stakes. KJ’s struggle to step out of Jordan’s shadow resonates, and Cassius’ hard-edged mentoring adds grit. Layla’s standoff with Elle feels timely, though her moral high ground teeters on preachy. The Hangout scene crackles with raw emotion, balancing teen angst and adult pressures. Jordan’s subplot underwhelms, but the episode shines in its character clashes—messy, real, and gripping!