Series
Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback
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
1Resistance5 Feb 2026 · 61mMarlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.
2Alternative Route12 Feb 2026 · 68mIn the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.
3Race to the Top19 Feb 2026 · 59mDoug Williams endures racism and personal tragedy to become the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl.
4The Quarterbacks of the Future26 Feb 2026 · 63mBlack QBs of the '80s and '90s revolutionize how the position would be played going forward.
Details
- First aired
- 5 Feb 2026
- Last aired
- 26 Feb 2026
- Status
- Returning Series
- Language
- English
- Episodes
- 4
Where to watch (US)
Cast
James “Shack” HarrisSelf
Warren MoonSelf
Doug WilliamsSelf- RRandall CunninghamSelf
- VVince EvansSelf
- CChuck EaleySelf
Rodney PeeteSelf- DDonovan McNabbSelf
Michael VickSelf
Lamar JacksonSelf
Michael WilbonSelf
Rich McKaySelf
Joe GibbsSelf
Michael Eric DysonSelf
