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November 23, 2008
Brett Favre had a good game for the Jets on Sunday, completing 25-of-32 passes for 224 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. | November 13, 2008
Brett Favre had a big night Thursday, completing 26-of-33 passes for 258 yards and two touchdowns. | October 30, 2008
Jets coach Eric Mangini has relayed his desire to quarterback Brett Favre that he would appreciate it if he stopped throwing so many interceptions, according to the New York Daily News. | October 26, 2008
Quarterback Brett Favre limped off the field during the first quarter of the Week 8 game against the Chiefs. He appeared to be favoring his back. | October 22, 2008
Brett Favre stated that there is nothing wrong with his arm or body after there was speculation he may be hiding an arm injury, according to the NY Daily News. Favre said, "Im a little sore today but thats been two days since the game. But I can play today. I could. I think Ill practice today, too." | October 22, 2008
The NY Daily News is speculating that Brett Favre may be concealing an arm injury. | October 1, 2008
After a six touchdown pass day against Arizona, Brett Favre has been named the AFC offensive player of the week, according to Gang Green Nation. | September 28, 2008
Quarterback Brett Favre completed 24-of-34 passes for 289 yards with six touchdowns against one interception in the Week 4 victory over Arizona. | September 28, 2008
Jets inactives: QB Brett Ratliff (3rd), K Mike Nugent, P Reggie Hodges, QB Erik Ainge, WR David Clowney, CB Justin Miller, LB Marques Murrell, DT Kareem Brown.
| September 28, 2008
Despite being listed as questionable for Sundays game against Arizona, Jets quarterback Brett Favre (sprained ankle) will start his 257th consecutive regular-season game, according to the NFL Network's Adam Schefter. | September 27, 2008
The Boston Globe reports that Brett Favre was listed as questionable Friday for the New York Jets' game against Arizona with a sore left ankle, but is expected to start against the Cardinals. | September 25, 2008
ESPN is reporting that Brett Favre was only walking with a slight limp on Thursday after practice but the Jets say he is ready to go in Week 4. | September 25, 2008
Brett Favre will play in Week 4 after having a good day at practice on Thursday with his injured ankle, according to the Newark Star-Ledger. | September 24, 2008
Brett Favre was limited in Wednesday's practice while recovering from an ailing left ankle, according to the Star-Ledger. He played catch (light tosses) with Laveranues Coles but did not participate in team drills. | September 23, 2008
Jets quarterback Brett Favre will play Week 4, despite his injured left ankle, according to the New York Post. | September 23, 2008
Brett Favre stated that he rolled his ankle during Monday's loss to San Diego, according to the NY Post. He said, "I rolled my ankle early in the third quarter. I'm sure it'll feel terrible tonight. But we just did some X-rays on it and I think they're OK." | September 22, 2008
Brett Favre completed 30-of-42 passes on Monday Night Football, but it wasn't nearly enough in the Jets loss at the hands of the Chargers 48-29. Favre tossed the pigskin for 271 yards and three scores on the night, though he also had two interceptions. | September 17, 2008
The AP reports that Brett Favre commented on coach Eric Mangini's conservative play calling on Wednesday. "Would I have liked to have thrown it? Sure, I would," Favre said. "But I would much rather get the ball in, whether it be running or throwing. Theres no guarantees throwing the ball wouldve worked. Do I like my chances? Absolutely. But Im going to say that no matter what...You know, historically on the goal line, Ive made a lot of plays, so I have a lot of confidence in what I can do, but I have to be honest with you, Ive got a lot of confidence in our offensive line, in our running backs and I still do. If we got in that situation again, I think if we threw the ball, we would score, but I think if we ran it, we would score as well. I really do." | September 16, 2008
Brett Favre will face a San Diego team next Monday night that has given up more passing yards than every team except for the Rams. | September 14, 2008
Brett Favre had a decent performance in the Jets 19-10 loss to the Patriots. He went 18-of-26 for 181 yards with one touchdown pass and one interception. | September 7, 2008
Brett Favre brought home a win in his season debut with the Jets. He also completed 15-of-22 passes for 194 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions. | August 30, 2008
Before finalizing The Trade, Jets' GM Mike Tannenbaum asked Brett Favre for a two-year commitment, according to the New York Daily News. As we know, Favre rejected the notion and Tannenbaum did the deal regardless. "He was just trying to get me to come at first, but once we knew the deal was going to be done, he would've liked a two-year commitment," Favre revealed in his first sit-down interview with print reporters. "I said, 'Mike, let me give you the best year I can possibly give you and let's go from there.'" | August 27, 2008
Jets coach Eric Mangini said that he's leaning toward not playing quarterback Brett Favre in the team's preseason finale at Philadelphia, according to ESPN.com. "If I had to tilt one way or the other like an airplane, I'd tilt that way," Mangini said. | August 26, 2008
Coach Eric Mangini said Tuesday veteran quarterback Brett Favre isnt likely to play in the Jets final preseason game, according to Pro Football Talk. It would be safe to say Im leaning towards that, Mangini said. Hed love to be able to get tons of work and have all the OTAs and all that stuff. Its just not where we are right now. The most important thing to me is us getting ready as a group and getting ready for Miami. I think the more work that he does with our guys in the group, the better. [I] really look at the last preseason game as being able to evaluate individuals as opposed to the team, and its really important from that perspective. | August 22, 2008
Brett Favre's contract with the Jets was altered to benefit the future Hall of Famer, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. Favre's new contract does not include provisions for appearances on behalf of the Jets, as well as other provisions considered standard in professional sports deals. There is reportedly no backside to the existing deal between Favre and the Jets. Favre's agent (Bus Cook) and the Jets have renegotiated the contract to consist of the identical financial terms from the Packers' contract - 12M this year, 13M next and 14M in 2010, and nothing more. The language concerning appearances for the team and recovery of bonus due to retirement is no longer part of the deal.
| August 19, 2008
Jets quarterback Brett Favre would like for head coach Eric Mangini to shed some of the offense, making it easier for him to digest, according to the New York Post. "I had a long talk with Eric. I don't want to think, I want to react. There's got to be some middle ground there," Favre said. | August 17, 2008
Brett Favre feels like he belongs with the Jets, according to the AP. The ex-Packer said, "Its like starting all over again. I had some feelings that I havent felt in 17 years. Ten days ago, I was doing yard work. I felt like Im a Jet, I do. Believe me, I feel very comfortable here. The guys have been great. Theyve welcomed me. I feel like Im here for a reason. As Ive told the guys, Im here for one reason, to help you win. Ill do whatever that takes and I hope it works out."
| August 16, 2008
Brett Favre played the first two drives for the Jets on Saturday against the Redskins. He completed 5-of-6 passes for 48 yards and tossed a touchdown to tight end Dustin Keller. | August 16, 2008
Quarterback Brett Favre will only play 8-12 snaps during the New York Jets preseason game against the Redskins, according to the AP. | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre has seen fewer reps at practice due to his tired arm, according to the New York Post. | August 13, 2008
Brett Favre admitted that his arm is feeling tired following Wednesday's practice, according to the NY Daily News. Favre said his "arm is kind of dragging a bit" and that he planned to ask coach Eric Mangini to limit his throws in the second practice session of the day. Favre went 3-for-4 in the 7-on-7 drill Wednesday, and was 9-for-16 in the 11-on-11, including one touchdown, which connected with Brad Smith for 53 yards. He also threw one interception.
| August 10, 2008
Brett Favre wanted to be treated like another one of the guys, and that is exactly what happened at Jets practice today. Because he fumbled during a snap exchange with center Nick Mangold, the duo had to take a lap around the field, the normal punishment doled out by Jets coach Eric Mangini for such a gaffe, according to ESPN.com. | August 9, 2008
The more he talks, the more we wonder. Today the New York media continued to send a barrage of questions towards newly-acquired quarterback Brett Favre concerning his decision to leave Green Bay and join the Jets, and his resulting comments seem to carry a certain tinge of uncertainty, according to ProFootballTalk.com. Asked about the overall emotion of the move, Favre responded, I hope at the end of the season, I really do, that I feel like I made the right decision. I hope the Jets fans and the people throughout the NFL world feel like I made the right decision. At this point, I think it was the right decision. | August 9, 2008
Brett Favre will make his Jets debut as the starting quarterback next Saturday when the team takes on Washington, according to the AP. | August 8, 2008
Brett Favre apparently wanted to join Tampa Bay but with details emerging of the offer the Bucs made it is no surprise that Favre was instead sent to the Jets, according to the St. Petersberg Times. | August 6, 2008
It never ends. With the report that the Packers and Jets have agreed on a trade sending Brett Favre to New York, Chris Mortensen is now reporting that many obstacles need to be cleared to turn this into a reality, the most daunting of which would be Brett Favre, as reported on ESPN. | August 6, 2008
According to Jay Glazer, it is over. The Green Bay Packers and New York Jets have completed a trade agreement sending Brett Favre to New York, though Glazer is unsure of the exact details of the compensation coming back to Green Bay, according to FoxSports.com. | August 6, 2008
As the trade talks swirling around Brett Favre continue, a report filed via telecast on ESPN from Sal Paolantonio indicates the Green Bay Packers have been offered, contrary to reports filed by Peter King of SI.com, a conditional 4th-round pick from the New York Jets and a conditional 3rd-round pick from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in exchange for the future Hall of Famer. However, Paolantonio reports the Packers are asking the Bucs to come up with a conditional 3rd-rounder that could escalate to a 1st based on team performance as well as a player, presumably veteran quarterback Brian Griese, to get a deal done. | August 6, 2008
We are now receiving word that the Jets may be offering a conditional 1st-round draft pick in 2009 to the Packers in exchange for veteran passer Brett Favre , according to Peter King of SI.com. | August 6, 2008
As we continue to watch the Brett Favre situation, reports have come forth indicating Favre has confirmed that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New York Jets are the two teams attempting to trade for his services, according to the Green Bay Press Gazette. Its in everyones best interest to do it quicker than later, Favre. I wont say were running out of time, but I need to get into a camp somewhere. | August 6, 2008
It appears that Brett Favre will be traded soon, and he is expected to land with either the Bucs or the Jets, according to the Clarion-Ledger.
"Brett's ready to go play," said Bus Cook, Favre's agent. "It looks like it's going to be New York or Tampa Bay. We're waiting to find out and we could learn in the next hour or so." | August 6, 2008
The Tampa Tribune indicates that Brett Favre could be dealt to the Buccaneers within the next 24 hours. Brian Griese could be sent to Green Bay to back up Aaron Rodgers as part of the deal. | August 6, 2008
Head coach Mike McCarthy made it clear during his media session on Tuesday that Brett Favre will "never appear in a Packers uniform again," writes Kevin Seifert of ESPN.com. The Packers will either trade or release the veteran quarterback. | August 5, 2008
Brett Favre has been placed on the Declared Non-Football Injury list due to a lower abdominal ailment, NFL.com reports. He remains on the 80-man roster but is not being paid. | August 5, 2008
Head coach Mike McCarthy discussed Brett Favre again after practice on Tuesday, and he informs the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that the quarterback told the coach that he "wasn't in the right mindset to play (in Green Bay)." McCarthy adds that Favre does want to play. The quarterback also has a lower abdominal strain that would have kept him from practicing. | August 5, 2008
ESPN's Ed Werder reports that the Packers and Buccaneers are currently discussing a Brett Favre trade. | August 5, 2008
Brett Favre has left Packers camp for the day and will not attend practice today, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. | August 5, 2008
Although no official announcement has been made. Brett Favre is unlikely to return as a Packer following Monday night's one-on-one meeting with coach Mike McCarthy, according to FOXSports.com's Jay Glazer. | August 4, 2008
Adam Schefter of NFL Network indicates that the Vikings will not be punished for allegedly tampering with Packers' quarterback Brett Favre. The Packers made the tampering charge last month based on their belief that Favre had excessive communications with Vikings offensive coordinator Darell Bevell, who previously was Favres quarterbacks coach in Green Bay. Favre recently admitted that he talked both to Bevell and to Vikings head coach Brad Childress, but Favre denied that they enticed him to play for the Vikings.
| August 3, 2008
Brett Favre might be back with the Packers, but according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and an unnamed source, the team contacted the Vikings as recently as Friday to let them know that Favre could still be had in a trade. | August 3, 2008
In the continued line of intrigue and suspense that has been the fight by Brett Favre to rejoin the Packers, team President and CEO Mark Murphy has announced the team will welcome Favre back and he will compete for the starting job, according to Packers.com. | August 3, 2008
The headline hits keep coming for Brett Favre , heading back to Green Bay today with his family to face the team that no longer wants him in the fold. The latest reports indicate Favre may be making the trip with his family in an effort to advance negotiations regarding a marketing agreement that would pay Favre millions of dollars not to play are continuing, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Writes Tom Silverstein of the Journal-Sentinel: [T]heres some thought that Favre, who is coming to Green Bay with his agent, James (Bus) Cook, and his family, may be reporting to force the Packers to meet his financial demands. The negotiations are believed to be all about money. | August 3, 2008
Future Hall of Fame passer Brett Favre has dominated on the gridirons of the NFL for many years, and now he is looking to dominate the headlines for August 3rd. We are now receiving reports that the Packers are indeed looking to ramp up their efforts to trade Favre, and it is indicated in those reports that, as part of his reinstatement from retirement, Favre will no longer carry the right to veto any trade agreement reached by the Packers, according to FoxSports.com. | August 3, 2008
Adding to the report we just filed from ESPN, confirming Brett Favre and family are on a plane headed for Green Bay, Ed Werder also reports NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has approved his request for reinstatement to the NFL, according to ProFootballTalk.com. | August 3, 2008
We have reports that Brett Favre has boarded a plane and is on his way to Green Bay, according to ESPN. | August 3, 2008
In the latest chapter of the drama that is Brett Favre and his pending return from retirement, the veteran passer has told reporters that he has every desire to play for the Minnesota Vikings and is now motivated by his wish to compete against his former employer, the Green Bay Packers, according to the Wisconsin State Journal. In a text message sent to the Journal, Favre states, "My intentions have been to play, and with Green Bay. They say no, so I still want to play in this division for obvious reasons, which I made clear to management. If they won't let me play in Green Bay, let me play against you. That's where I am." | August 2, 2008
Roger Goodell will reinstate quarterback Brett Favre on Monday, giving the Packers until Tuesday to figure out what to do with him, according to ESPN.com. | August 1, 2008
The Chicago Bears are not interested in acquiring the services of Brett Favre, according to Sporting News Today. Offensive coordinator Ron Turner said he is happy with quarterbacks Rex Grossman and Kyle Orton. | July 31, 2008
After all of the crowing by nearly every media member about how horrible, awful and disrespectful it was for the Packers to offer Brett Favre $20 million for doing nothing, he is now seriously considering taking the deal, according to ESPN.com. Favre texted ESPN reporter Ed Werder and said in part, "Mark Murphy is at least trying. We know what they want and where I stand. His solution, although awkward and unsettling for most, may be the best in the end." | July 31, 2008
The Brett Favre Situation is closer to ending. The New York Jets are in serious discussions with Favre's agent, Bus Cook, and his flight to Green Bay was cancelled, according to the Green Bay Press Gazette. | July 31, 2008
The Orlando Sentinel reports that both the Buccaneers and Jets received permission to speak with Green Bay quarterback Brett Favre , but the Packers icon has declined invitations from both teams. They point out that "it's become clearer and clearer the Favre, 38, wants to play for the Minnesota Vikings, where he has an element of familiarity with Coach Brad Childress and offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell." | July 31, 2008
ESPNews reports Brett Favre has chartered a plane to Green Bay and is a threat to join training camp this weekend. | July 31, 2008
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that the Green Bay Packers have actually discussed internally the possibility of trading Brett Favre to either the Bears or Vikings "if backed into a corner by the National Football League and public sentiment." | July 30, 2008
According to the most recent report, the Green Bay Packers have proposed a deal with Brett Favre , offering the future Hall of Famer $20 million over the next ten years to retire now, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. | July 30, 2008
An NFL spokesman has stated commissioner Roger Goodell has yet to take any action on quarterback Brett Favre's request to be in reinstated from retirement, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Per the official statement, "The commissioner is taking no action today. He wants to give both the Packers and Brett an appropriate amount of time to make decisions, including decisions impacting the team's roster and salary cap. When Brett is reinstated by the commissioner, we will announce it." | July 30, 2008
The Green Bay Press Gazette reports that Brett Favre worked out with the Oak Grove High football team Wednesday morning before hustling off at 9:50 am to a scheduled meeting with Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy. Murphy flew into Hattiesburg late Tuesday night for discussions aimed at keeping Favre out of the Packers training camp until the sticky situation can be resolved. When approached after the workout, Favre told reporters, Im late for a 9 oclock meeting and Im not lying. | July 29, 2008
The President of the Green Bay Packers, Mark Murphy, flew to Hattiesburg, Mississippi to meet with Brett Favre and try to resolve the situation, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. | July 29, 2008
Brett Favre has backed the Green Bay Packers into a corner, because he has made it official and faxed his signed reinstatement letter to the NFL, according to ESPN.com. The Packers now have 24 hours to decide whether or not to keep him on the roster, trade him or release him outright. | July 29, 2008
ESPN is reporting that Brett Favre has finally filed reinstatement papers with the NFL. He has held off reporting to camp to give the Packers a few days to find a trade partner. | July 29, 2008
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that the Packers have been calling all over the National Football League trying to acquire something of value in return for Brett Favre, whom they no longer want. But a source close to the trade process said the team had nothing even close to an offer it would consider for the Hall of Fame quarterback. After a pair of 45-minute telephone conversations with GM Ted Thompson on Saturday, Favre agreed to delay for several days the possibility that he will report to training camp. The first step must be for Favre to undertake the formality of seeking approval of his request for reinstatement by Commissioner Roger Goodell, but Favre didn't do it Monday. | July 27, 2008
ESPN.com reports that Brett Favre has signed his reinstatement papers, so, yes, it appears Favre will be eligible to play somewhere this season. For now he is avoiding Packers camp and hoping he will still get traded. | July 27, 2008
Brett Favre said he will stay away from Packers' camp, for now, according to the AP. GM Ted Thompson has asked Favre to stay away for a couple of days to resolve the situation, and Favre agreed to do so. Favre said, "I dont want to be a distraction to the Packers, and I hope in the next few days we can come to an agreement that would allow me to continue playing football."
| July 26, 2008
Updating the latest in what seems like hourly news on Brett Favre, the New York Jets now seem like an unlikely landing spot for the quarterback, as team officials deemed the possibility of trading for him, "very remote", according to the Newark Star-Ledger. | July 26, 2008
Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy says he has no idea how or where the Brett Favre saga to unretire will come to fruition, but he does know this: Aaron Rodgers is his starting quarterback, according to SLAM Sports. | July 26, 2008
Updating the latest in the Brett Favre saga, the Jets appear to be actively seeking a path towards bringing the future Hall of Famer to New York, according to the New York Daily News. | July 25, 2008
ESPN reports that the Jets have been granted permission by the Packers to speak to Brett Favre. | July 25, 2008
Adam Schefter of NFL Network reports that Brett Favre plans to show up for training camp, as posted on ProFootballTalk.com. Schefter noted that all indications are that Favre is returning with the intention of spending the season with Green Bay.
| July 24, 2008
Yahoo Sports indicates that the Packers are nearing a deal for Brett Favre. | July 23, 2008
Turning the attention to the field of play, reports now indicate veteran passer Brett Favre is expected to make an official decision about his status for 2008 before the end of the week, possibly as early as Thursday, according to Adam Schefter of NFL.com. | July 23, 2008
As the flurry surrounding Brett Favre , his use of a team-provided cell phone, potential salary-cap infractions, and his potential return to the NFL continues to swirl, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has told reporters that he has spoken with management for the Packers and is "closely monitoring the situation," according to the Associated Press. | July 22, 2008
This has become the time of Brett Favre off the field as the headlines and rumors continue to swirl around him. Tampa Bay, believed to be the top suitor for the veteran passer in potential trade talks with the Packers, has been asked for official comment, questions that have brought answers that further add to the intrigue of the situation, according to ProFootballTalk.com. Bucs G.M. Bruce Allen was asked about the possibility of pursuing Favre on a local radio show, calling any such talk hypothetical. | July 22, 2008
The story continues to grow as reports of cellphone usage and records by Brett Favre hit the headlines. League sources have indicate the fact that Favre was using a team-issued cell phone at any time during his career with the Packers would be a violation of the salary cap rules, unless the value of the phone was included within Favres total cap number, according to ProFootballTalk.com. | July 22, 2008
The Green Bay Packers are reportedly in possession of cell phone records that show passer Brett Favre has had multiple phone conversations with Minnesota HC Brad Childress and OC Darrell Bevell, supporting claims of illegale tampering, according to the Minnesota Star Tribune. | July 22, 2008
The Packers have spoken to multiple teams about what they might be willing to offer for Brett Favre, NFL.com reports. At least one of the contacts is an NFC club. | July 21, 2008
Brett Favre has abandoned his attempt to return to the NFL, an unconfirmed source informs Pro Football Talk. The Packers reportedly offered three potential teams they'd be willing to trade Favre to, and the quarterback turned down all three options. | July 19, 2008
In town to present former teammate Frank Winters for induction into the Packers' Hall of Fame, Brett Favre didn't comment on his rift with Packers' management, according to the AP. "That's the thing about Green Bay," said Favre, who spoke for about three minutes before stepping off the stage and ducking out a side door. "It's a special place. There's a lot of tradition. You think of the Packers, you think of all these great names, and to be a part of that -- and I know Frank feels honored -- is a special thing. I'm thankful that he asked me to be here." | July 18, 2008
The Vikings are remaining silent on the tampering charge against them involving Brett Favre, according to the Star Tribune. A team spokesman said, "We are not commenting on the issue. These types of matters are handled by the league."
| July 16, 2008
In the never ending saga of Brett Favre, the latest report is that the Packers have accused the Vikings of tampering with Favre, according to Fox Sports. The Vikings deny the charges which stem from a conversation the Vikings OC Darrell Bevell, a former assistant with the Packers, and Favre had. | July 16, 2008
ESPN.com reports that "If Brett Favre is really going to force a showdown with the Green Bay Packers, it won't happen right away, his agent told Chris Mortensen." In the report Favre's agent, James "Bus" Cook, said we [he and Farve] have until Week 6 to file for reinstatement, and that Favre will not play backup in Green Bay. | July 16, 2008
According to the Tampa Tribune, the latest news on the Brett Favre front is that the Bucs are courting the retired quarterback and that general manager Bruce Allen recently dined with Favre. "I think the people at Fleming's can tell you that's absolutely not true,'' Allen told The Tampa Tribune on Tuesday. | July 16, 2008
Brett Favre is expected to petition NFL commissioner Roger Goodell for reinstatement to the Packers' roster soon, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette. He is on the Packers' reserve/retired list, and by NFL rules, has to ask the commissioner in writing for reinstatement to the team. | July 15, 2008
In the second part of his interview with Fox News that airs tonight, Brett Favre says he is thinking about showing up to Packers training camp in order to call their "bluff," according to ESPN.com. | July 15, 2008
Brett Favre is planning to play in 2008 and no longer feels welcome in Green Bay. But if he is able to gain his release or be traded from Green Bay, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may not be very high on Favre's list of new teams, according to the St. Petersburg Times. | July 14, 2008
Updating previous reports, the Fox News segment has aired, and Brett Favre has told his side of the story, the Green Bay Press Gazette reports. "I was not totally ready to commit," Favre says of his March 3 press conference. "(I) sort of left the door open. But they wanted an answer, and am I mad at them for that? No. And I think thatâs what needs to be cleared up, is that, hey, you wanted an answer? I gave you the honest answer at that time." He explains that he wanted to wait until training camp to make a decision. Favre adds, "I was told that playing in Green Bay was not an option." He has not signed his retirement papers and has asked to be released. "Apparently now, they want to protect my legacy by bringing me back and having me be a backup. Boy, that, that is really good," Favre concludes. | July 14, 2008
Brett Favre was interviewed by Greta Van Susteren of Fox News on Monday, and the exchange will air on Monday night. Among the details already leaked, Favre says he doesn't want to be a backup to Aaron Rodgers and that he felt pressured to make a decision about his retirement, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports. | July 13, 2008
More Favre: the New York Jets say they will not pursue the services of quarterback Brett Favre, according to the New York Daily News. | July 12, 2008
The headlines just keep coming on embattled passer Brett Favre , the latest reportingt Favre and his agent are putting full focus on enticing the Miami Dolphins and Carolina Panthers into making potential offers to obtain his services, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. | July 12, 2008
The ongoing saga of the not-so-retired savior of Green Bay continues to come forth, the latest report stating the Packers have informed Brett Favre that he will not be granted his unconditional release and is more than welcome to return to the Packers... as the team's backup quarterback, according to ESPN.com. | July 12, 2008
Sources close to Brett Favre believe that the future Hall of Famer will not be released by the Packers under any circumstance, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. | July 11, 2008
Green and Gold insider Mike Clemens is reporting the Minnesota Vikings have already inquired about signing quarterback Brett Favre, pending his release from the Green Bay Packers, according to Green Bay 1250 WSSP. | July 11, 2008
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that sources near the situation have said that the Favre and his agent, James "Bus" Cook, may already have a team picked out with Miami and Carolina the rumored targets. | July 11, 2008
The following statement has been released on Packers.com: The Green Bay Packers are aware of the latest developments regarding Brett Favre, who earned and exercised the right to retire on his terms. We wanted him to return and welcomed him back on more than one occasion. Brett's press conference and subsequent conversations in the following weeks illustrated his commitment to retirement. The finality of his decision to retire was accepted by the organization. At that point, the Green Bay Packers made the commitment to move forward with our football team. As a retired player, Brett has the option to apply for reinstatement with Commissioner Goodell. If that were to occur, he would become an active member of the Green Bay Packers. As always, the Packers will do what's right and in the best interest of the team. | July 11, 2008
Three days after a conference call with Green Bay team officials in which quarterback Brett Favre emphatically expressed his desire to play in 2008, Favre has formally asked for his contractual release from the Packers, according to ESPN. | July 11, 2008
Chris Mortensen is reporting on ESPNs Outside the Lines that quarterback Brett Favre has sent the Green Bay Packers a letter requesting his unconditional release. | July 11, 2008
Pat Kirwan of NFL.com states that he feels there is about an 80% chance Brett Favre returns to the league this season. Kirwan noted that he talked to a few sources close to Favre, and added, "Hes throwing footballs, working out and its more than an itch to play."
| July 9, 2008
According to the Green Bay Press-Gazette, team president and CEO Mark Murphy believes that Brett Favre will remain retired, rather than come back for an 18th season in the NFL. | July 9, 2008
Packers' president and CEO Mark Murphy commented on Brett Favre, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette. Murphy said, "It's a very delicate situation, because he has such a special place in Packers history. No player leaves the game gracefully." Chairman Bob Harlan added, "What I remember about him is he was ready to retire, and that's how I feel today. I think down deep, that's exactly how he feels." James Jones also remarked, "I don't think he's coming back. Aaron Rodgers is the guy, OK? It was great playing with Brett Favre. He got out at a great time, he had a great career, and it's Aaron Rodgers' time now."
| July 7, 2008
Peter King of SI stated that Brett Favre wants to play football again, but the Packers do not want him to. Favre has reportedly told coach Mike McCarthy that he wants to return. King also expects Favre's agent to send a letter to the Packers within the next 10 days, indicating that Favre wants to be taken off the NFL's reserve/retired list. At that time, the team will have no choice but to re-admit Favre back to football. | July 6, 2008
There has been a rumor swirling that Brett Favre wants to play for the Panthers, but GM Marty Hurney said, "I don't know where these things come from," according to the Charlotte Observer. | July 3, 2008
What would the NFL Sunday Soap Opera be without some offseason/pre-training camp noise? PackerNews.com is reporting that talk of a possible return by Brett Favre continued to dominate the news in Green Bay. The report notes that the Packers havent changed their response to Wednesdays revelation Favre may want to unretire. | July 3, 2008
Brett Favre's agent, Bus Cook, has been privately saying his client wants to play for the Carolina Panthers, according to ProFootballTalk.com. | July 2, 2008
No sooner do we speculate on when Brett Favre's potential comments about the news of today, stating he was seeking a team to join for a return to the NFL, then ESPN reports Favre has contacted them and is stating he has no interest in returning to the game. | July 2, 2008
In a string of reports we have brought forth concerning a potential return for veteran passer Brett Favre , we are now hearing reports that Favre has in fact requested his release from the Green Bay Packers, according to the Wisconsin State Journal. | July 2, 2008
ESPN is reporting that Brett Favre said the talk of him coming out of retirement is "all rumor". Chris Mortenson reported earlier today that Favre has the "itch" to return to the gridiron. | July 2, 2008
ESPN is reporting that Brett Favre has an "itch" to report to Packers training camp and play one more season.
The report notes that Favre spoke with head coach Mike McCarthy but talks are in the preliminary stages.
According to an unnamed source the team is hesitant to bring the veteran back into the fold because "Brett retired for the right reasons, even though I know his family is tugging on him [to play]." James Cook, Favre's agent said "As far as I know, right now, Brett Favre is retired." | June 30, 2008
Brett Favre may want to play in the upcoming season, or so his agent, Bus Cook, has been saying privately, according to Pro Football Talk. | May 17, 2008
Colts' quarterback Peyton Manning is not sure Brett Favre has hung up his cleats for good, according to ProFootballTalk.com. Manning recently explained that he usually writes a letter to players who have retired. Manning says he has yet to pen a letter to Favre. Manning doesnt have any inside information, hes just taking the same wait-and-see approach that the rest of us have employed, given Favres equivocation on the subject in a handful of interviews since he announced his decision to retire. Manning said, "Like everybody else, I guess we'll see what happens this fall. In a lot of ways I kind of hope he returns. Brett's a guy that's been such an influence on me and all young quarterbacks. I guess part of it is kind of hope, maybe, that he finds his way back in the NFL this year."
| May 6, 2008
David Witthoft finally shunned his Brett Favre jersey for a red shirt for the first time in 1,581 days, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The 12-year-old Ridgefield, Connecticut boy wore the No. 4 jersey every day since receiving it as a Christmas gift in 2003. | April 24, 2008
Brett Favre continues to run his mouth and say things that are in opposition to his stated goal of retiring, according to a report in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Favre taped a segment on the Late Show with David Letterman, and here is part of what he said. "I think when training camp gets close, I will - something's bound to happen." Letterman asked him what he meant and Favre replied by saying, "Butterflies, or - I don't know, something's bound to happen." | April 24, 2008
It took him 11 years, but Brett Favre is finally getting around to sitting back down with David Letterman, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette. The former Green Bay Packers quarterback will be on tonight's "Late Show with David Letterman'' at 10:35 p.m. on CBS. | April 8, 2008
Brett Favre has denied reports that he's considering a comeback, but when asked if he might return to the Packers if they needed him because of injury, he sounded like it could be possible. "It would be hard to pass up, I guess," Favre told the Sun-Herald. "But three months from now, say that presents itself, I may say, you know what, I'm so glad I made that decision. I'm feel very comfortable in what I'm doing and my decision. Yeah, I can probably be up there doing that and playing, but again, I don't know. It's only speculating." We don't expect to see Brett at all this year, but crazier things have happened. | April 4, 2008
Brett Favre, startled this morning to see the enormity of a report on a morning sports show that he might play football again, said he is not considering coming out of retirement, according to SI.com. "That's the last thing I'm thinking about,'' Favre told SI.com. "I have no idea where that came from, but it certainly didn't come from me. I'm happy about my decision and I haven't once said, 'I wonder if I made the wrong decision.' I know it's the right one.'' Ninety-nine percent of what he said in a 20-minute conversation was very much about football being in the rearview mirror. And he certainly would not want the Packers or any other team to line up, hoping he'd change his mind in August and come in to save a sorry quarterback situation. | April 4, 2008
General manager Ted Thompson is laughing off a published report that Brett Favre is considering a comeback with a team other than the Green Bay Packers, according to NFL.com. "We don't know anything about it, and it's inconceivable," Thompson said. The Los Angeles Times, citing anonymous sources, reported on its Web site Thursday that a representative of Favre has "quietly inquired" with other teams about their interest in trading for him. Either way, Favre's rights still belong to the Packers, and he would have to be traded or released if he wanted to play for another team. And for now, that doesn't appear to be the case. | April 3, 2008
Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre, who announced his retirement last month after 17 seasons, could be weighing a comeback with another team, according to the Los Angeles Times. Favre, 38, has yet to give written notice of his retirement to the league or the players' union, although that's neither required nor irrevocable. It's also not uncommon for players to delay in doing so, particularly if they are not in immediate need of their pension money. Reached today, agent James "Bus" Cook said he was not aware of Favre's interest in resuming his career.
"That's news to me," Cook said. "I don't think that has anything to do with anything. He's retired, period, point blank." In other news, we saw Elvis at the neighborhood convenience store.
| March 25, 2008
Brett Favre has not yet filed his official retirement papers, and it's unclear when he will, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. His agent, James "Bus" Cook, said he had no idea where Favre was in the process of filing the paperwork that would finalize his retirement. When it does become official, the Packers will clear $11.4 million in salary cap space. Until Favre officially files the paperwork, there will be speculation that he could return. | March 19, 2008
Mark Murphy, president and CEO of the Green Bay Packers, said that the Packers plan on retiring Brett Favre's number sometime this coming season, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Murphy said he had had a preliminary discussion with Favre, and that both Favre and the organization agreed that his No. 4 would be retired in 2008. "Our plan and his is to retire his number sometime this season. And we will make a decision after the schedule comes out," Murphy said. These plans are in the preliminary stages, but if the organization retires his number during a game, it will obviously be a hot ticket. | March 7, 2008
General manager Ted Thompson didnt try to talk quarterback Brett Favre out of retiring, according to the Philadelphia Daily News. The report cites league sources that say Thompson will never admit it, but he was ready to move on without the 38-year old future Hall of Famer because he faded down the stretch over the past three seasons. In 2007, Favre posted a 101.5 QB Rating in the Packers' first 11 games and 82.1 in the last seven. In 2006, he had an 81.3 QB Rating in the first nine games and 61.0 in the last seven, and finally in 2005, Favre had a 93.1 QB Rating in the first six games falling to 58.0 in the last 10 games of the season. | March 6, 2008
Brett Favre made it clear this morning that he's finished with football, crying as he discussed the decision, while thanking the Green Bay organization for letting him play, according to SI.com. "I know I can play but I don't think I want to," a teary Favre said, confirming his retirement in a news conference at Lambeau Field. "It's been a great career for me, but it's over." Favre is the NFL's only three-time MVP, and leads the league with 442 touchdown passes, 61,655 yards passing and 160 career victories. He also started 253 consecutive regular-season games, more than any other quarterback in NFL history. | March 6, 2008
Brett Favre's news conference on his retirement decision has been delayed roughly 30 minutes, to 11:30 a.m. due to unexpected flight delays, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Favre is expected to make a statement followed by answering questions from the media for one hour or so. | March 5, 2008
In the wake of the retirement of Brett Favre, the good news is that the Packers will save at least $11.4 million against the salary cap, this according to Pro Football Talk. If Favre's retirement is official by June 1st, the team will be $29.8 million under the cap leaving them with a lot of cash to spend. | March 4, 2008
ESPN.com reporter Chris Mortensen said that he received a voice message from quarterback Brett Favre explaining that his decision to retire was based on his unwillingness to prepare for a season that he couldn't be assured would end in a Super Bowl victory, according to the Green Bay Press Gazette. "I know I can still play, but it's like I told my wife, I'm just tired mentally. I'm just tired," Favre said. "I know it shouldn't feel unsuccessful, but the only way to come back and make that be the right decision would be to come back and win a Super Bowl and honestly the odds of that, they're tough. Those are big shoes for me to fill, and I guess it was a challenge I wasn't up for. " This latest update makes Lord Favre's retirement seem like more of a reality. | March 4, 2008
Brett Favres agent, James (Bus) Cook, told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel this morning that he believes Favre wants to play another year and didn't get the sense that the Packers wanted him back all that badly. "It's my opinion," Cook said of the Packers' lack of interest. "I know he wants to play one more year. I do not know much conversation there was (between Favre and the Packers) and I don't think anyone forced him to make that decision. But I don't know that anyone tried to talk him out of it." Cook said that Favre feels physically and mentally capable of playing at least one more year. "I think he wanted to play," Cook said. " I think he's still got it. He knows he's still got it. I think he felt he could play one more year. I don't know if they told him they really wanted him to play. That's just the feeling I got." There are already conspiracy theories developing that Favre could still choose to play in 2008, and we have a feeling this story is far from over. | March 4, 2008
The Green Bay Packers officially announced quarterback Brett Favre's retirement, according to the Green Bay Press-Gazette. The following statement was issued by general manager Ted Thompson: "Brett Favre has informed us of his intention to retire from the Green Bay Packers and the NFL. He has had one of the greatest careers in the history of the National Football League, and he is able to walk away from the game on his own terms not many players are able to do that. "The Packers owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude. He has given Packers fans 16 years of wonderful memories, a Super Bowl championship among them, that will live on forever. Bretts many accomplishments on the field are legendary. He leaves the game holding virtually every career passing record, plus his consecutive starts streak, which may never be duplicated. "The uniqueness of Brett Favre his personality, charisma and love of the game undoubtedly will leave him as one of the enduring figures in NFL history." | March 4, 2008
Brett Favre has decided to call it quits, according to FOX Sports' Jay Glazer. The future Hall of Famer apparently informed the Packers of his decision within the last few days, though it's unclear when he and the team will announce the decision publicly. Favre is coming off a terrific year, having thrown for 4,157 yards and 28 TDs, but at 38, he's apparently decided to move on. Unless the Cheeseheads go out and acquire a quarterback, Aaron Rodgers will take over under center. | February 28, 2008
There was a link posted briefly to the Green Bay Packers website leading to a page that declared quarterback Brett Favre was retiring, which is erroneous information, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Per agent James Bus Cook, Favre has not made a decision on his future yet. Cook said he was aware there was something posted briefly on the Packers' website about Favre retiring, but he said it was not accurate. He said he hasn't talked to Favre about his plans for next season and figures the quarterback will call him when he has made his decision. Bottom line
the page exists on the website because it has to prepare in advance in case Favre does decide to retire. | February 27, 2008
Brett Favre will be coming back to play in 2008, this is if you believe team president Mark Murphy, according to a report on the AP. My guess is that hes going to come back, Murphy said. The team has gotten better around him and is in a position to really do great things next year. We have to think that Favre will return as well given his level of play this past season and the fact that the team was so close to the ultimate prize this year. | February 22, 2008
Brett Favre, who revitalized his career with an outstanding performance in 07, has reportedly not yet made the decision whether to return for the 2008 season, according to the Journal Sentinel. GM Ted Thompson has made contact with Favre within the past two or three days, but says the quarterback remains noncommittal regarding his future in football. "I wouldn't want to speculate on a time, but it's Brett's call," Thompson said. "He, more than probably anybody I've ever been around has earned the right to probably be able to decide. He understands the needs of the team and doesn't want to put the team in a bad spot, so he's working through that." Favre, who passed for 4,155 yards and 28 touchdowns last season, is expected to return because the team with a youthful and talented roster has a legitimate shot at going further in the playoffs next season. | February 9, 2008
Brett Favre hasn't officially made up his mind about whether or not he will return to action next season, and he may not make his mind up for a couple of more weeks according to HC Mike McCarthy. McCarthy talks with Favre on a weekly basis though he doesn't anticipate hearing a yes or no for a while yet. Favre, coming off his best season in years, 4155 yards and 28 TD, has played for 17 NFL seasons. NFL.com | February 8, 2008
Pro Bowl receiver Donald Driver received a Feb. 2 birthday call last year from Brett Favre, according to USA Today, letting him know Favre was returning for the 2007 season. Driver didn't get that same call this winter. The report notes that the team's No. 1 receiver believes the future Hall of Famer will be back for his 18th season. "I think he'll (Favre) come back," Driver said. | February 6, 2008
The Green Bay Packers have signed HC Mike McCarthy to a new five-year contract worth approximately $4 million per season, according to FOXSports.com. "We have accomplished some of our goals over the past two seasons, but there remains much left to be done," McCarthy said in a statement. "I am excited by the opportunity to meet those challenges and someday return another Lombardi Trophy home to Green Bay." | January 10, 2008
Brett Favre has yet to say hell be back next season, but comments he made on Thursday suggest that he is leaning in that direction. For the first time in three years, I havent thought this could be my last game, Favre told the Biloxi Sun-Herald. I would like to continue longer. Favre also noted that his two daughters are encouraging him to play another season.
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