Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback
2026·1 seasons · 4 episodes·Series
Documentary
Synopsis
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.
Episodes
Season 11
ResistanceMarlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.61m2
Alternative RouteIn the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.68m3
Race to the TopDoug Williams endures racism and personal tragedy to become the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl.59m4
The Quarterbacks of the FutureBlack QBs of the '80s and '90s revolutionize how the position would be played going forward.63m
ResistanceMarlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.61m2Alternative RouteIn the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.68m3Race to the TopDoug Williams endures racism and personal tragedy to become the first Black QB to win a Super Bowl.59m4The Quarterbacks of the FutureBlack QBs of the '80s and '90s revolutionize how the position would be played going forward.63mCast
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