Doug Williams holds a unique place in NFL history as the starting quarterback for the Washington Redskins' Super Bowl XXII championship run, earning…Read more
Super Bowl MVP honors in one of the most significant moments in football history. Wearing number 17 for Washington from 1986 to 1989, Williams overcame tremendous barriers to become the first African American quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl, making his cards highly sought by collectors interested in milestone moments and cultural significance in sports.
Williams' football career spanned from 1978 through 1989, including stints with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1978–1982) as number 12 and time in the USFL before joining Washington. His Pro-Set cards from 1989 remain among the most recognizable representations of his playing days, capturing the tail end of his professional career during his championship season. Collectors seek Doug Williams cards for their historical importance, his Pro Bowl selection, and the rarity of cards featuring African American quarterbacks from that era. His trading cards serve as tangible pieces of NFL history, making them valuable to those building collections centered on Super Bowl winners, quarterback milestones, or groundbreaking athletic achievements.
## Sources
- Pro-Set Official Card Database — https://www.psacard.com
- NFL.com Career Statistics — https://www.nfl.com/players/doug-williams/