Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

2026

Documentary

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About Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

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.

Status
Returning Series
TMDB rating
Not rated
Seasons
1
Episodes
4

Seasons and episodes

The latest season with aired episodes is shown first. Specials are kept separate.

Latest aired season

Season 1

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Resistance episode still
S1 E161 min

Resistance

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

Alternative Route episode still
S1 E268 min

Alternative Route

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

Race to the Top episode still
S1 E359 min

Race to the Top

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

The Quarterbacks of the Future episode still
S1 E463 min

The Quarterbacks of the Future

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

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