Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

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.

Genre: Documentary

Cast:James “Shack” HarrisWarren MoonDoug WilliamsRandall CunninghamVince EvansChuck EaleyRodney PeeteDonovan McNabbMichael Vick


1Season 1

Season 1, Episode 1

February 5, 2026

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

2Season 1

Season 1, Episode 2

February 12, 2026

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

3Season 1

Season 1, Episode 3

February 19, 2026

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

4Season 1

Season 1, Episode 4

February 26, 2026

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