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Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

2026•Documentary
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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.

StatusReturning Series
LanguageEN
First Air DateFeb 5, 2026

Episodes

Episode 1 - ResistanceE161m

Resistance

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

Feb 5, 2026

Episode 2 - Alternative RouteE268m

Alternative Route

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

Feb 12, 2026

Episode 3 - Race to the TopE359m

Race to the Top

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

Feb 19, 2026

Episode 4 - The Quarterbacks of the FutureE463m

The Quarterbacks of the Future

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

Feb 26, 2026

Actors

James “Shack” Harris

James “Shack” Harris

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Warren Moon

Warren Moon

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Doug Williams

Doug Williams

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Randall Cunningham

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Vince Evans

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Chuck Ealey

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Rodney Peete

Rodney Peete

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Donovan McNabb

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Michael Vick

Michael Vick

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Lamar Jackson

Lamar Jackson

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Michael Wilbon

Michael Wilbon

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Rich McKay

Rich McKay

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Joe Gibbs

Joe Gibbs

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Michael Eric Dyson

Michael Eric Dyson

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Jayne Kennedy

Jayne Kennedy

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Bomani Jones

Bomani Jones

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