Taylor Kitsch Open to Appearing in “Friday Night Lights” Reboot, But Not as a Lead

Actor Taylor Kitsch has expressed his willingness to make a return to the iconic Friday Night Lights reboot, though not in a major role. Speaking on Sirius XM's The Spotlight with Jessica Shaw, Kitsch, who portrayed Tim Riggins on the original NBC drama, confirmed he has been approached about the reboot, but clarified his interest in only making a brief appearance.

“I’m always flattered. Never say never,” Kitsch said when discussing the possibility of returning to the series. “But I would come in and maybe do something for an episode. I don’t want to go and do the whole thing. I’d go and have fun, but I don’t want to lead a ‘FNL’ or a reboot or anything.”

Kitsch further speculated about potential roles in the reboot, noting he could reprise his fan-favorite role as the Dillon Panthers’ running back, Tim Riggins. However, he admitted that a new role would be unlikely. “I think if you saw me as someone else, you’d be like, ‘That’s Riggins,’” he remarked. "Especially in that element, if you’re in Texas or doing it the way they’re gonna do it. So yeah, I would maybe play an opposing team’s coach or something, and be on screen for like eight seconds."

The Friday Night Lights reboot, first announced in November, is currently in development by NBCUniversal and will be available for streaming on Peacock. The new series will follow a high school football team and their interim coach as they strive for a state championship in the wake of a devastating hurricane, bringing hope to their struggling town.

While Kitsch is open to a return, fans should not expect him to take on a leading role in the highly anticipated project.