Kayce and Rip come to blows. Beth starts buying up land to protect the ranch. Monica begins a new chapter at the university.

Rainwater teams up with Jenkins for a big business deal, but powerful new enemies look to block their plans. John and Beth groom a new political candidate.

The Duttons try to figure out who's sabotaging their ranch, and Thomas Rainwater breaks ground on his casino, putting all the ranchers' businesses in jeopardy.

Jamie makes a drastic move in order to protect his family; Jimmy takes a shot at a rodeo competition; Walker tries to leave the ranch; Kayce and John spend quality time with Tate.