Buckle Down

In the world of rodeo, one sport is considered the most dangerous: bareback riding. The top fifteen riders from the sport face ten grueling nights at the National Finals Rodeo -- battling pain, fear and each other for a single shot at glory. This is Buckle Down, a raw, inside look at the cowboys risking everything to be named the World Champion.

  • Episode 4   •   Air Date: Nov 05, 2025
    Chasing Demons

    After battling through injuries and heartache, Kade Sonnier teamed up with three time world champion Tim O'Connell to make it to his first NFR.

    Episode 3   •   Air Date: Nov 05, 2025
    The Road

    Life on the road can be expensive, which is why Dean Thompson, Jacob Lees and Jayco Roper hopped in a rig together on their way to their first NFR.

    Episode 2   •   Air Date: Oct 29, 2025
    True Grit

    Mason Clements manages finances, sickness and the will to keep rodeoing with Jacob Lees as they battle the end of season bubble to make it to NFR.

    Episode 1   •   Air Date: Oct 29, 2025
    The Comeback

    After an injury sidelined him in 2022, Richmond Champion returns to the NFR to face rising stars like Keenan Hayes to battle for a world title.

       •   Air Date: Oct 20, 2025
    Trailer

    In the world of rodeo, one sport is considered the most dangerous: bareback riding. The top fifteen riders from the sport face ten grueling nights at the National Finals Rodeo -- battling pain, fear and each other for a single shot at glory. This is Buckle Down, a raw, inside look at the cowboys...