As we reported last week, former NFL wide receiver Jerry Rice will be guest starring on the first episode of Season Seven of One Tree Hill this fall.

The details? Rice makes an appearance at Nathan's son's birthday party.

Sophia Bush (Brooke Davis) says it was mayhem as Jerry came on set:

"It was really funny to see every guy lose his mind. When he walked on set, camera equipment was getting dropped and people rushed in. Even the grips were like, 'Oh my God, Jerry Rice!' People went nuts. And I was like, 'This is man world. We've entered a man cave.' "

As for the cast of the show, which is currently in flux, we all know One Tree Hill has a revolving door of characters nowadays. But it's looking like one we know will be back.

Ashley Rickards says it's not a question of if her Samantha Walker returns, but when: "I think Sam has a strong bond with Brooke. I don't see that vanishing overnight."

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