Necessary Roughness is an American drama television series starring Callie Thorne and Scott Cohen that aired from June 29, 2011, to August 21, 2013.

[7] The series is based on the true story of a female psychologist Dr. Donna Dannenfelser who worked for the New York Jets.

[26] Next to join the project was Marc Blucas, who was cast as the football team's athletic trainer and a romantic interest for Danielle.

[37] The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Shereé Whitfield will appear in the web series alongside Brooks and new cast member Karissa Lee Staples.

[39][40][41] On July 1, 2016, it was announced that Mill Creek Entertainment has acquired the rights to the series in Region 1 and rereleased all 3 seasons on September 6.