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.
Language
EN
Status
Returning Series
First Aired
February 5, 2026
Last Aired
February 26, 2026
Trailers & Videos
Cast
James “Shack” Harris
Self
Warren Moon
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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
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Donovan McNabb
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Michael Vick
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Lamar Jackson
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Michael Wilbon
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Rich McKay
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Joe Gibbs
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Michael Eric Dyson
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Jayne Kennedy
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Bomani Jones
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Michael Beschloss
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Bob Costas
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Patrick Mahomes
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Jalen Hurts
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