Doug Williams made history as the first Black quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl, proving that Black athletes could excel in that position.
Williams faced incredible bias when he entered the NFL in the 1970s, which believed Black athletes lacked the intelligence to play quarterback.
The list of Contributor candidates also recognizes the wide scope of roles that enhance the NFL, including sportscasters and team owners.
Doug Williams' MVP performance in Super Bowl XXII not only marked a personal triumph but has also paved the way for future generations of Black quarterbacks.
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