• Air date: 06 Jun '12 16 episodes
      Necessary Roughness is a USA Network television series starring Callie Thorne and Scott Cohen. The one-hour drama series was picked up for 12 episodes on January 19, 2011. The series debuted on June 29, 2011, with a 90-minute premiere episode. The second season premiered on June 6, 2012. On January 7, 2013, USA Network announced the series was renewed for a 10-episode third season, which began on June 12, 2013.
  • List of Episodes (16)
    • 1. Shrink or Swim

      06 Jun '12
      The Hawks begin facing problems even before the football season begins, the team's owner Marshall Pittman is getting divorced with his wife, who is tryong to take control of everything, and Nico is trying to get ahold of Pittman's daugher, wondering if she has gotten into more trouble, or is hurt. Meanwhile, Dr. Dani tries to hide her relationship with Matt while dealing with the IRS and unpaid taxes along with her son who begins to sleep with his tutor. And Terrence King is trying to deal with
    • 2. To Swerve and Protect

      13 Jun '12
      Dani helps a roller-derby star get to the bottom of her collapse. Elsewhere, Ray Jay navigates relationship woes; and T.K. must prove he can run or risk losing his bonus.
    • 3. Wide Deceiver

      20 Jun '12
      A new recruit is sent to Dani for evaluation. T.K. disappears, and Dani is annoyed by Ray Jay's new girlfriend.
    • 4. Slumpbuster

      27 Jun '12
      Dani works with a baseball slugger who has had trouble hitting the ball. Pittman begins exhibiting strange behavior. T.K. must deal with his wound, and Matt bonds with Ray Jay and Lindsay while simultaneously weakening his and Dani's relationship.
    • 5. Mr. Irrelevant

      11 Jul '12
      Dr. Dani works her magic on a world-renown illusionist whose next trick could prove his last. In addition, Dani tells the kids about her relationship with Matt as he learns to navigate front office politics. Plus, TK gets into a Twitter flame war with an all-too-familiar foe.
    • 6. What's Eating You?

      18 Jul '12
      Dani treats a Hawks linebacker; T.K. causes mischief as he puts the pressure on Damon; Jeanette returns to town; and Lindsay sees a therapist.
    • 7. Spell It Out

      25 Jul '12
      A spelling-bee champ needs help dealing with his stuttering; T.K. is faced with a problem he thought was in the past; a league representative pays a visit to Nico; and Jeanette delays coming clean.
    • 8. A Load of Bull

      01 Aug '12
      Dani cowboys up to treat a professional bull rider. Dani and Matt navigate their breakup while Matt and Nico try to keep the reigns on a reporter who's come to Hawks training camp to focus on TK. Ray Jay's surprisingly good SAT scores cause tension in his relationship with Olivia.
    • 9. Might as Well Face It

      15 Aug '12
      Dr. Dani treats a pro video gamer. Matt and Dani find there are "hidden" perks to calling it quits. Training camp is over for the Hawks and it's time for Matt and Coach to decide who will make the cut. Razor's troublesome past becomes an issue in the present and when TK tries to help him out, it becomes apparent that TK needs help too...and fast.
    • 10. Double Fault

      22 Aug '12
      Dani helps tennis players who are having problems on and off the court. Elsewhere, T.K. is the victim of a theft, leading Matt to face off with T.K.'s agent; Nico discovers a security breach; Ray Jay has a new financial plan; and Jeanette's dilemma comes to a head.
    • 11. All the King's Horses

      29 Aug '12
      Disaster looms as the Hawks season opener approaches.
    • 12. Frozen Fish Sticks

      23 Jan '13
      Dani must become a patient in order to get her career back on track; T.K. returns to work but is dismayed to find he's been replaced; and Juliette, Nico and the front office clash after Pittman's death.
    • 13. Hits and Myths

      30 Jan '13
      Dani treats rock stars; T.K. tries to get his job back; the team adjust to Juliette's leadership; and Dani tries to tap into her subconscious for insight into her love life.
    • 14. The Fall Guy

      06 Feb '13
      Dr. Dani tries to help hot-tempered Coach Purnell keep his cool. Also, Nico and Matt investigate a major scandal. Meanwhile, TK turns to the Hawks' Quarterback to try and get himself back up to #1 wide out.
    • 15. Regret Me Not

      21 Feb '13
      Dani tries to unearth the cause of Quarterback Rex Evans' rage problem. Meanwhile, TK looks for help because he's getting worked on and off the field.
    • 16. There's the Door

      21 Feb '13
      Season Finale