Tyler is the first to testify in the Bakers' case against the Evergreen School District, and he decides to tell the truth on the witness stand. Doing so makes him a pariah at school, so Tyler takes refuge in the friendship of a fellow outcast named Cyrus. The two soon engage in a series of pranks aimed at Marcus Cole, Zach Dempsey, Ryan Shaver, and the new athletic field donated by Bryce Walker's father. Unfortunately, Tyler's friendship with Cyrus falls apart when Tyler insults Cyrus's sister and inexplicably posts pictures of their vandalism on Facebook.
Tyler's punishment for his misdeeds is a diversion program that takes him away from school for several weeks. Upon his return, Montgomery de la Cruz and a couple other jocks attack and sexually assault Tyler with a broom handle. The emotional incident destroys Tyler's resolve, so he prepares to attack the student body during the Spring Fling. Fortunately, Clay learns of the plan and stops Tyler before can enter the school and open fire.