Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

  • 2026
  • 1 Seasons
  • 4 Episodes
  •  0  (0)
  •   Returning Series

Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback documents the stories of the trailblazing and pioneering quarterbacks who transformed the game—from the AFL-NFL merger through the turn of the century. By placing their journeys in full historical and social context, the series reveals how politics, culture, and race shaped both their struggles and their triumphs.

Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback
Seasons
The Quarterbacks of the Future
4. The Quarterbacks of the Future
February 26, 2026
Black QBs of the '80s and '90s revolutionize how the position would be played going forward.
Race to the Top
3. Race to the Top
February 19, 2026
Doug Williams endures racism and personal tragedy to become the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl.
Alternative Route
2. Alternative Route
February 12, 2026
In the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.
Resistance
1. Resistance
February 05, 2026
Marlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.
Official Trailer

YouTube Trailer

Description
Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback documents the stories of the trailblazing and pioneering quarterbacks who transformed the game—from the AFL-NFL merger through the turn of the century. By placing their journeys in full historical and social context, the series reveals how politics, culture, and race shaped both their struggles and their triumphs.
  • Premiere Date
    February 05, 2026
  • Rating
    0  (0)