Lyla Garrity

Lyla Garrity is a fictional character, portrayed by Minka Kelly, in the sports drama television series Friday Night Lights. She is the daughter of Buddy Garrity and Pam Garrity. She is the former girlfriend of Jason Street and Tim Riggins.

Characterization and background

Lyla is portrayed as an "All-

During much of the show, she use to be frequently seen around Tim and Jason, the three having known each other since childhood. After her cheating with Tim, things between her and Jason are tense, but by season three, they are on speaking terms, as she is the first person he confides in about moving to New York City.^[1]

Storylines

Season 1

In the

Lyla returns to Dillon and attends the funeral of Matt's father. She reunites briefly with Tim, who admits that he is still in love with her, but realizes that asking her to stay will mean holding her back. They part ways amicably, and say their goodbyes as Lyla boards a bus back to Vanderbilt.^[4] This is Minka Kelly's final appearance in the show.

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