"Varsity Blues" is a 1999 sports drama film directed by Brian Robbins. The story follows a high school football team in a small Texas town, focusing on the pressures faced by the players, particularly the quarterback, Jonathan Moxon, played by James Van Der Beek. The film explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the impact of sports culture on young athletes. The plot centers around the team's struggles when their star player, Lance Harbor, suffers an injury, forcing Moxon to step up. As Moxon navigates the challenges of leadership and personal choices, he confronts the expectations of his coach, Bud Kilmer, and the community, ultimately seeking to redefine success on his own terms.