Ballers: 10 Most Shocking Moments From The Rock's TV Show Premiere

9. Spencer's Flashback

The opening scene, although less impactful, is equally foreboding as the car crash. Strasmore is woken in the middle of a dream, allowing the audience to flash back to his playing days with the Miami Dolphins. He delivers a huge hit on the opposition quarterback, who lies on the turf motionless. The scene is left unresolved (and isn't mentioned for the remainder of the episode), forcing the viewer to speculate on the fate of the opposing player. Strasmore's worried reaction doesn't bode well. Spencer himself is also affected by the consequences of his physically demanding career. As he rises from bed, he grits his teeth and struggles with immense back pain, before necking a handful of painkillers. This is likely to be a recurring theme throughout the series, highlighting the real-life health concerns of professional athletes.