In the aftermath of a devastating plane crash that kills the entire Marshall University football team and coaching staff, a group of students, led by Nate Ruffin, a player who miraculously survived the tragedy, rally to convince the board of governors to allow the team to play the 1971 season.

We Are Marshall
A tragic plane crash claims the lives of Marshall University's football team and fans, prompting the new coach and surviving players to join forces and rebuild the school's football program.