“I’ve been dreading this day. Ever since Friday Night Lights’ odds-defying renewal (thanks, DirecTV!), pessimistic fans like myself have been waiting for the other cleat to drop. And now we can stop waiting. Sources confirm to me exclusively that two of the show’s MVPs, Gaius Charles (Smash) and Scott Porter (Jason), have been taken off contract and will only appear on a recurring basis in Season 3. (via Exclusive: ‘Friday Night Lights’ Cuts Two Players | Friday Night Lights | Ausiello Files | EW.com)
Personally, I think this is the right move. Good job, FNL writers.