Douglas Lee Williams (born August 9, 1955) is an American professional football executive and former quarterback and coach who is a senior advisor for the Washington Commanders of the …

Feb 11, 2023 · The historic matchup between Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs and Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles as the first head-to-head matchup between Black …

Feb 1, 2023 · Now, nearly four decades after Williams' historic game, two Black quarterbacks -- Mahomes and the Philadelphia Eagles ' Jalen Hurts -- will start in Super Bowl LVII and …

Initially, Williams served as the backup for starting quarterback Jay Schroeder, but after Schroeder became injured, Williams stepped in and led the Redskins to an opening-day …

Jan 1, 2005 · That postseason, Williams led the Bucs to a win in the franchise’s first playoff appearance as Tampa Bay downed the Philadelphia Eagles in the divisional playoff round. His …

It was 35 years ago when Doug Williams became the first Black quarterback to win the Super Bowl. NBC10’s Tim Furlong spoke with Williams about his legacy and the upcoming historic …

Jan 25, 2018 · But no anniversary is bigger than what Doug Williams accomplished in Super Bowl XXII 30 years ago. Facing the supposedly superior QB in Denver’s John Elway, Williams’ …

Oct 31, 2024 · HOUSTON — HBCU and NFL legend Doug Williams advanced as a semifinalist in the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025 contributors category. Williams and his coach …

Jan 30, 2018 · No one experienced a Super Bowl buildup the way Doug Williams did. Despite by Jan. 31, 1988 the NFL had crowned 21 champions up to that point, Super Bowl 22 was …

Jun 16, 2008 · Despite a shortened season, Williams would be named to the NFL’s All-Rookie Team. The 1979 Tampa Bay Buccaneers seemed to be a team of destiny, finishing the …