Hard Knocks: In Season Episode Rating Graph
Nov 2021 - present

Nov 2021 - present
7.0

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Browse episode ratings trends for Hard Knocks: In Season. Simply click on the interactive rating graph to explore the best and worst of Hard Knocks: In Season's 43 episodes.

S3 Ep2
8.0
28th Nov 2023
The Dolphins prepare to play the New York Jets in the first-ever Black Friday game. The thrill of victory, however, is tempered by the reality of a devastating injury to star linebacker Jaelan Phillips.

S2 Ep7
7.9
28th Dec 2022
The Cardinals battle the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Christmas night as J.J. Watt and Budda Baker lead a depleted roster fighting to finish strong.

S1 Ep8
7.9
5th Jan 2022
With starting QB Carson Wentz sidelined after a positive COVID test, the Colts navigate uncertainty heading into Week 17 vs the Las Vegas Raiders.

S2 Ep9
7.8
11th Jan 2023
In the season finale, the Cardinals wrap up a challenging year, reflecting on adversity, change, and what lies ahead for the organization.

S3 Ep3
7.8
5th Dec 2023
In the wake of Jaelan Phillips' injury, the Dolphins add two-time Super Bowl champion Jason Pierre-Paul to the roster; meanwhile, the team prepares to face the Washington Commanders.

S3 Ep9
7.8
16th Jan 2024
For the Miami Dolphins, the road to Super Bowl LVIII begins with a Wild Card playoff game in Kansas City, where arctic conditions await them... along with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.

S3 Ep6
7.7
26th Dec 2023
With Christmas and the playoffs approaching, the Dolphins get into the spirit of the season while getting ready for a huge game against the Dallas Cowboys.

S2 Ep8
7.7
4th Jan 2023
With J.J. Watt announcing his retirement, the Cardinals look to close the season on a high note as they travel to face the Atlanta Falcons.

S3 Ep8
7.7
9th Jan 2024
Despite injury woes, the Dolphins prepare to face the Buffalo Bills with the division on the line.

S2 Ep5
7.7
14th Dec 2022
After a restful bye week, the Arizona Cardinals return to action with little margin for error against the New England Patriots; Head Coach Kliff Kingsbury faces the coach who drafted him, Bill Belichick.

S1 Ep2
7.7
24th Nov 2021
As the Colts look to move past the .500 mark, Head Coach Frank Reich leads the team into Buffalo, where Reich quarterbacked the greatest comeback in NFL history.

S3 Ep4
7.6
12th Dec 2023
Alec Ingold is nominated for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award as the Dolphins prep for a Monday night home game vs. the Titans.

S4 Ep1
7.6
3rd Dec 2024
After a snowy loss in Cleveland, Mike Tomlin and the Steelers look to get back to the "business of winning" as they head into a classic AFC North showdown vs. the Bengals. Meanwhile, the Ravens and struggling kicker Justin Tucker prepare for the Eagles.
S5 Ep5
6.4
30th Dec 2025
Jaxson Dart and the Giants spread some holiday cheer; the playoff-bound Eagles prepare to face the Buffalo Bills, while the Cowboys, Commanders, and Giants talk about their motivation despite being eliminated.

S4 Ep8
6.4
21st Jan 2025
Only one AFC North team remains standing: the Baltimore Ravens. Head coach John Harbaugh and defensive coordinator Zachary Orr turn their focus to their divisional-round battle in Buffalo, NY where they face harsh weather and an explosive Bills team.
S5 Ep3
6.5
16th Dec 2025
Tough questions face all four NFC East teams. In Philly, Saquon Barkley and the Eagles look to rebound vs. the Raiders; Dallas kicker Brandon Aubrey hosts a dinner before the Cowboys' must-win game against the Vikings; the Giants and Commanders look to finish their lost seasons on a high note as they play each other on a snowy December Sunday.

S1 Ep5
6.6
15th Dec 2021
As the Colts enter their bye week, Frank Reich explains why it’s less a vacation than a tool to help recharge for the playoff push. Practicing what the Irsay Family preaches about the importance of mental health, players travel the country to get a break from football.
S5 Ep4
6.6
23rd Dec 2025
Each of the NFC East teams prepares for Christmas... even if only the Eagles will find a playoff ticket under the tree; a look at The Philly Specials--a musical group featuring Eagles players Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and retired star Jason Kelce; Dak Prescott encourages generosity from his Cowboys teammates.
S5 Ep7
6.6
13th Jan 2026
After coming up short of the playoffs, the Commanders, Cowboys, and Giants immediately begin making coaching changes as they look to turn things around in 2026. In Philadelphia, Eagles' head coach Nick Sirianni enjoys some time with his young family as the Eagles get pumped for their Wild Card battle vs. the 49ers. For Saquon Barkley, that includes a screening of the 2014 film Whiplash.
S5 Ep2
6.7
9th Dec 2025
Dak Prescott and the Cowboys look to stay hot while the Giants, Eagles, and Commanders all try to turn their luck around in Week 14; Eagles WR AJ Brown does a good deed while his teammate DeVonta Smith works on his Pilates; Commanders veteran TE Zach Ertz is dealt a tough blow--a knee injury that could potentially end his fantastic career.
S5 Ep6
6.8
6th Jan 2026
It's the final week of the regular season. While the playoff-bound Eagles plan to rest their starters, the Giants, Cowboys, and Commanders all want to end their year on a high note. Commanders' LB Bobby Wagner looks to make football history. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer reflects on his legendary late father Marty. Young Giants star Jaxson Dart gives a glimpse of his promising future.
S5 Ep1
6.8
2nd Dec 2025
The NFC East leading Eagles prep for a Black Friday battle vs. the Bears in the wake of a shocking loss to the Cowboys--who are climbing back into playoff contention. Though their seasons have both gone south, the Giants and the Commanders look to close out the year on a positive note. Giants QB Jaxson Dart is itching to return from injury as the team faces the Patriots on Monday Night Football.

S4 Ep6
6.9
7th Jan 2025
The final week of the regular season is here. For the Ravens, a win over the Browns gives them the AFC North crown. Minkah Fitzpatrick and the Steelers look to turn things around vs. the red-hot Bengals who need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

S4 Ep3
7.0
17th Dec 2024
Roquan Smith and the Ravens look fully-charged coming off their bye week. Browns defensive back Denzel Ward on his path to Cleveland. Ja'Marr Chase and the Bengals look to get back in the playoff race. Russell Wilson leads the Steelers into Philadelphia.

S1 Ep4
7.0
8th Dec 2021
Following their closely contested loss to the Buccaneers, the Colts enter a December schedule in which every game is crucial. This week, they travel to Houston to play the Texans – a divisional opponent which veteran wideout T.Y. Hilton has tortured during his 10-year Colts career with explosive performances.

S2 Ep3
7.0
23rd Nov 2022
After an important division win over the Los Angeles Rams behind backup quarterback Colt McCoy, the Cardinals head to Mexico to take on another NFC West rival, the San Francisco 49ers.

S1 Ep1
7.1
17th Nov 2021
Inside the relationship between Colts head coach Frank Reich and his QB Carson Wentz; plus, a visit with growing Wentz family; a one-of-a-kind gender reveal party; at work and at home with linebacker Darius "Maniac" Leonard; and a look at the Colts game vs. the Jaguars.

S1 Ep2
7.7
24th Nov 2021
As the Colts look to move past the .500 mark, Head Coach Frank Reich leads the team into Buffalo, where Reich quarterbacked the greatest comeback in NFL history.

S1 Ep3
7.4
1st Dec 2021
The red-hot Colts, fresh off their 41-16 victory in Buffalo and with growing MVP buzz about second year running back Jonathan Taylor, come home for Thanksgiving and face their biggest test yet: Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

S1 Ep4
7.0
8th Dec 2021
Following their closely contested loss to the Buccaneers, the Colts enter a December schedule in which every game is crucial. This week, they travel to Houston to play the Texans – a divisional opponent which veteran wideout T.Y. Hilton has tortured during his 10-year Colts career with explosive performances.

S1 Ep5
6.6
15th Dec 2021
As the Colts enter their bye week, Frank Reich explains why it’s less a vacation than a tool to help recharge for the playoff push. Practicing what the Irsay Family preaches about the importance of mental health, players travel the country to get a break from football.

S1 Ep6
7.5
22nd Dec 2021
The Colts gear up for a primetime clash with the New England Patriots, head coach Frank Reich hands the game ball to owner Jim Irsay and dedicates it to the Kelly family after a tragedy inside the organization.

S1 Ep7
7.3
29th Dec 2021
A massive COVID-19 outbreak hits the roster just before the Christmas night game vs the Arizona Cardinals, and the Colts lean on depth and leadership.

S1 Ep8
7.9
5th Jan 2022
With starting QB Carson Wentz sidelined after a positive COVID test, the Colts navigate uncertainty heading into Week 17 vs the Las Vegas Raiders.
S1 Ep9
7.4
12th Jan 2022
The season ends in painful fashion as the Colts face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 18.
The first episode of Hard Knocks: In Season aired on November 17, 2021.
The last episode of Hard Knocks: In Season aired on January 13, 2026.
There are 43 episodes of Hard Knocks: In Season.
There are 5 seasons of Hard Knocks: In Season.
Yes.
Hard Knocks: In Season is set to return for future episodes.