Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

Field Generals: History of the Black Quarterback

Peacock Running Sports

1 Season · 4 Episodes · Premiered February 5, 2026

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.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

4 episodes
E01
Resistance
Thu, Feb 5 2026 5:00 PM GMT+0000 61 min
Marlin Briscoe, Joe Gilliam and James Harris break the NFL's color barrier at QB despite resistance.
E02
Alternative Route
Thu, Feb 12 2026 5:00 PM GMT+0000 58 min
In the '70s, most Black QB hopefuls must switch positions in the NFL, while others head to Canada.
E03
Episode 3
Thu, Feb 19 2026 5:00 PM GMT+0000
E04
Episode 4
Thu, Feb 26 2026 5:00 PM GMT+0000

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