Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

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.

Cast

James “Shack” Harris

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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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