Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

2026

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Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

7.1 | en | Documentary

The stories of the trailblazing and pioneering quarterbacks who transformed American football—from the AFL-NFL merger through the turn of the century. By placing their journeys in full historical and social context, it reveals how politics, culture, and race shaped both their struggles and their triumphs.

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Seasons & Episodes

EP1 Resistance

Feb. 05,2026

Marlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.

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Marlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.

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EP2 Alternative Route

Feb. 12,2026

In the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.

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In the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.

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EP3 Race to the Top

Feb. 19,2026

Doug Williams endures racism and personal tragedy to become the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl.

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Doug Williams endures racism and personal tragedy to become the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl.

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EP4 The Quarterbacks of the Future

Feb. 26,2026

Black QBs of the '80s and '90s revolutionize how the position would be played going forward.

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Black QBs of the '80s and '90s revolutionize how the position would be played going forward.

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James “Shack” Harris , Warren Moon , Doug Williams , Rodney Peete , Michael Vick , Lamar Jackson

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