By Okla Jones ·Updated February 8, 2026 /> Getting your Trinity Audio player ready…
For decades, Black quarterbacks in the National Football League were told they should switch positions or weren’t built to lead an offense. Even as the league changed, opportunities at the game’s most visible role came sparingly, especially in the Russell Wilson guiding Seattle to a championship, Patrick Mahomes building a modern dynasty in Kansas City, and several more who reached the game and left their mark even without a trophy.
Today, young fans see something different. Players like Warren Moon and Randall Cunningham paved the way for Dak Prescott, CJ Stroud, Jordan Love, and the list goes on. Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson has received two MVPs, Jayden Daniels and Caleb Williams have become the faces of their respective franchises, and Mahomes is considered one of the greatest ever. Yes, the NFL has come a very long way, but there’s still a long road ahead. Regardless, the future seems bright for QBs of color.
Below, let’s take a look back at the all Black quarterbacks who have
Author: Okla Jones
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