Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback
February 5, 2026
1 season, 4 episodes
Documentary
Overview
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.
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