Thanks For the Memories Brett Favre (Book) http://www.Writing.Com/main/books.php/item_id/1369759/action/archive I finally grew tired of tracking his season, his career and will make this my last entry. There's no use trying to be an apologist or find ways to shine a light on his career. If he comes back somehow next year, I might see a reason to resurrect this blog. But finite. Wed, 19 Jan 2011 01:12:39 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/715907 He gave it his all and it hasn't been good enough of late. Brett Favre can step aside now knowing he's been bested by father time and not feel ashamed. Most people his age cannot say they've achieved as much. Ironic that it is the Green Bay Packers, the team that spurned him, who are helping close the door(again) on a great career. They...[Read Full Post] Wed, 19 Jan 2011 01:13:52 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/711928 Where do you find the motivation to move on? It seems like the season is lost, three games back in the division. Brett Favre has a host of injuries and it seems like the Vikings had spent their last gasp on that comeback against the Arizona Cardinals. The chant for the coaches head will be unanswered yet another week with the Packers coming to town...[Read Full Post] Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:40:48 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/711506 Brett Favre knows what he had in Randy Moss, even if Brad Childress does not appreciate the ex-ex-Minnesota Viking receiver. Favre weighed in at his Wednesday presser... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/11/03/surprised-by-decision-to-cut-mos...'] It's likely Favre was the object of Childress' ire because he was forc...[Read Full Post] Thu, 04 Nov 2010 08:36:16 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/710229 It wasn't the fantasy pairing many thought it would be and now it is apparently over. With a quick trigger, the Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress has apparently sent Randy Moss to some other team's showers. [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/11/01/reports-brad-childress-acted-alo...'] He may have been out of lin...[Read Full Post] Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:09:22 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/710041 [Link: 'http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5740302'] Sat, 30 Oct 2010 06:39:22 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/709767 [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/10/29/report-childress-is-leaning-towa...'] This would be a mistake and Childress is taking his job in his own hands if they don't get a win against the Patriots on Sunday. Most NFL analysts have said that a hobbled Favre beats two Tavaris Jackson's in the bush. Favre has played thro...[Read Full Post] Fri, 29 Oct 2010 15:36:16 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/709697 [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/10/25/childress-favre-in-walking-boot-...'] [Link: 'http://www.writing.com/main/profile/biography/bkcompton'] Mon, 25 Oct 2010 19:33:09 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/709359 I'm trying to figure out if the NFL is really serious about getting to the bottom of these allegations against Brett Favre? What is his crime if sexual harassment charges are not being pursued? The victim in this is Favre's wife, first and foremost. Does the NFL investigate infidelity? And to what degree has he cheated on Deanna? It gives me p...[Read Full Post] Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:06:22 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/709003 Should I have added a question mark to the title of this blog entry? Just as I want to lure eyes to read what this is about, isn't it possible Brett Favre and the Vikings want to create a little doubt for their upcoming opponent in the Cowboys? Anything to get an edge on a dangerous team that is 1-3 like Minnesota and seeing their playoff hopes dw...[Read Full Post] Fri, 15 Oct 2010 04:58:45 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/708509 There is speculation there is a silver lining in Monday night's near comeback against the New York Jets that fell flat after Brett Favre failed to connect with Percy Harvin before the interception that essentially ended the game. Favre dug deep in his bag and pulled out a near miracle in the second half, finding that missing passing game now that ...[Read Full Post] Thu, 14 Oct 2010 20:20:02 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/708358 The long awaited pairing of receiver and quarterback is no longer fantasy, but reality. Randy Moss' return to his old team in Minnesota seems to be the relief the Vikings need in their receiving corps. Questions still remain to be answered. While it is true that Moss gets a freeh start with each new team, will he be happy in the land of 10,000 lak...[Read Full Post] Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:37:51 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/707852 Interesting theory offered up. [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/21/whitlock-offers-bold-favre-predi...'] I think there a lot of people out there who want to throw in the towel already. Let's wait to see how the game against the Lions this Sunday turns out. If the Vikings allow themselves to slide under a perennial d...[Read Full Post] Thu, 23 Sep 2010 06:40:36 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/706768 Favre has planted another seed in the media. [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/08/30/favre-already-is-getting-ankle-i...'] The only reason we know about this jiffy lube job, with his spin on how it might or might not affect his performance this season, is because Favre wants to get in the collective heads of fans, media and...[Read Full Post] Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:31:40 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/705014 Sidney Rice has broken his silence about his decision to have surgery on an ailing body part just weeks before the start of the season. Profootballtalk.com has conjured up a conspiracy theory that suggests the wide receiver kept quiet about needing to go under the knife until they had the ol' QB in the fold... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nb...[Read Full Post] Wed, 25 Aug 2010 01:08:04 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/704587 He's back. No surprise. Why did everyone get sucked in the second time around...in Minnesota? [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/08/18/favre-says-2010-will-be-his-last...'] Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:42:41 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/704126 To share here briefy. It seems a contigent from the Vikings went to Hattiesburg to pursuade their QB to make a decision to come back on the anniversary of his last unretirement and it appears to have worked. No one knows for certain if he's finally made up his mind, but more details can be found here... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports...[Read Full Post] Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:57:24 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/704072 What a time to be on vacation with no internet access at this Black Hills, South Dakota lodge. I have ears thanks to satellite TV and the news about Favre today feels a bit surreal. I have mixed feelings. I adopted the don't be so sure he's going to play this year attitude and did not jump on reports that would indicate he would play this seas...[Read Full Post] Wed, 04 Aug 2010 12:09:25 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/703170 Even Brett Favre's agent is fed up. The recent article in Men's Home Journal calls out the veteran quarterback for giving an interview to ESPN about his ankle without going through the proper channels first... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/07/19/even-brett-favres-agent-thinks-f...'] Some would say this is evidenc...[Read Full Post] Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:40:00 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/701927 It's not new, but it's straight from the horse's mouth. Brett Favre says returning for a 20th season is still in the balance, while his surgically repaired ankle remains to be fully healed... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/07/15/brett-favre-not-completely-healt...'] The off-season has been full of speculation ...[Read Full Post] Thu, 15 Jul 2010 08:27:14 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/701569 Aaron Rodgers gets pointedly opinionated with Tony Kornheiser, who has interviewed him about how hard it is to fill Brett Favre's shoes in Green Bay. [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/06/09/kornheiser-reacts-if-rodgers-thi...'] Perhaps, Favre still casts a shadow on his replacement who needs to focus on football rather ...[Read Full Post] Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:31:11 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/698670 All week long grist for the Favre rumor mill kept grinding on topics that lent to speculation about his retirement. It makes you wonder why we have to sit through all that when the biggest story of all was under everyone's noses but no one could ferret it out...until now: [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/05/21/brett-favre-conf...[Read Full Post] Sat, 22 May 2010 06:52:09 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/696970 It's obvious Brett Favre will not be deterred by an ankle injury suffered in last year's conference championship against the Saints. The unknown extent of the injury and required surgery reported by ESPN's Ed Werder was fodder for debate much of the day. Would Favre retire for good? Thankfully the old QB offered more today to clear the air......[Read Full Post] Fri, 30 Apr 2010 23:59:46 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/694819 Had to weigh in... Without closure, while there are lingering questions and fodder for rumors about all events surrounding Ben, this will be a dicey affair between QB, team and fans. Someone needs to step in and clear the air and get this all out on the table. The timing of the NFL draft and other events makes it a difficult time to tackle right n...[Read Full Post] Tue, 20 Apr 2010 05:16:35 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/693698 As you might know by now, nothing new came from Favre's appearance on the Tonight Show with Leno this week. More interesting was a visit the old quarterback received from Minnesota coach Brad Childress the day before that March 4th guest spot... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/03/06/childress-visited-favre-told-him...'] ...[Read Full Post] Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:05:14 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/689497 Okay, I was thinking with one year remaining on his contract with the Vikings Brett Favre would finally be ready to call it a career. But, as we see with how he's played and how this career keeps strecthing out, is it possible he could play two more seasons? Adrian Peterson thinks so...or at least that is what he'd like to see from his quarterbac...[Read Full Post] Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:02:07 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/689285 Brett Favre's annual groundhog day will include a guest appearance on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno on March 4th...the second anniversary of his first retirement announcement. It will be Leno's second time around on the late night program during his first week back to the troubled NBC show. If Favre can deliver an announcement about his plans...[Read Full Post] Wed, 24 Feb 2010 22:22:57 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/688570 It's like a slow burn. Some Vikings players are admitting they didn't know how dirty New Orleans was in that conference title game that may have cost them a Super Bowl bid. Defensive end Ray Edwards and now tight end Visanthe Shiancoe are admitting they were not aware of the abuse Brett Favre was taking from the Saints' defense during that ga...[Read Full Post] Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:10:37 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/687743 Minnesota fans have launched a campaign to keep no. 4 from hanging 'em up forever...you Brettcha: [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/02/04/vikings-attempt-to-woo-favre-bac...'] Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:24:48 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/686424 Was Kurt Warner the first domino to topple toward the NFL hall of fame? How does his decision factor into the similar fate of Brett Favre? There are compelling reasons to give one pause to think Favre would lean toward returning another year, while Warner would not gamble his health on another NFL season. Warner is being publicly touted as some sor...[Read Full Post] Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:19:05 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/686379 Happy Trails, Old Man? or, See Ya In August? We wait. Sun, 24 Jan 2010 23:55:14 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/685195 I thought he was done after that run with the New York Jets. Would it be irony if his old team of a year ago and new team met up in Super Bowl XXXXIV? (did I type that right?) Anyway, the Saints are the favorites on their home turf. Vikings coach Brad Childress is handing out ear plugs to handle crowd noise. Will this be the Big Easy win, an embarrass...[Read Full Post] Fri, 05 Feb 2010 08:14:47 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/685064 Fran Tarkenton just will not let it go. He still doesn't like Favre in a purple jersey... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/01/20/tarkenton-still-doesnt-like-favr...'] You can read the comments by members of PFT and see what they think Tarkenton is insinuating. It's sad when a former athlete has to reach for straws w...[Read Full Post] Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:57:49 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/684465 And now Brett Favre ventures back to where it all began...New Orleans and the Superdome where he won his first Super Bowl. Can he recapture that old magic 13 years later? An unlucky number for such a superstitious town. Favre leads all post season QBs with the highest passer rating of 134.4, if that means anything. No doubt it was Minnesota's defe...[Read Full Post] Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:35:00 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/684310 No chants of MVP? Brett Favre definitely made a case for himself while leading candidates Drew Brees and Peyton Manning were sidelined to prepare for the playoffs. Number 4 just showed he's primed and ready for his next opponent... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/01/04/week-17-morning-aftermath-viking...'] I had pre...[Read Full Post] Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:21:20 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/682536 Let's not get too focused on the Favre/Childress drama and look at what's failing...the Vikings offensive line. They protected him so well in that Oct. 5th meeting with the Packers. It's what has made Favre so good all year long. Now, people are pointing to a December swoon like others Favre has suffered in recent seasons. But, it's al...[Read Full Post] Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:18:19 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/680709 While the Belicheck blunder captures headlines around the league among many other prominent games worthy of fodder, the Vikings managed yet another victory against a lowly team. Some might find fault with the way the team went about their business toward the ultimate result. But, a win is a win, some philosophic genius once opined: [Link: 'http...[Read Full Post] Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:39:16 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/676545 I think the Packer's head coach is a vindictive man and has some 'splainin' to do. Just read: [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/11/13/firing-of-lambeau-field-worker-c...'] You'll see a link in that story that goes to the original Journal Sentinel story detailing the story of the man who was fired. I think McC...[Read Full Post] Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:43:17 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/676012 Gilbert Brown sums up my feelings on the situation in Green Bay... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/11/10/gilbert-brown-rips-mike-mccarthy...'] I do think the losses to Favre (not just the Vikings) did something psychologically to that whole organization. They lost face and it was like admitting fault in the whole Favre fia...[Read Full Post] Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:19:37 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/675710 Recap of Favre's final revenge: Or Return of the Jedi, which means there is yet a third chapter in this saga: [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/11/02/week-eight-morning-aftermath-vik...'] Rowdy bunch: [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/11/02/13-arrested-43-ejected-at-lambea...'] I already blogged...[Read Full Post] Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:39:35 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/674966 I'm not making any predictions for round two of Favre vs. former team in his old haunts of Green Bay. But my son will. When prompted, my eight year old came up with a prediction of Vikings 42 and Packers 33. Granted, I was asking him how many touchdowns each team would tally. Take that for what it's worth. I'm tired of the overdone stories...[Read Full Post] Sat, 31 Oct 2009 23:23:17 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/674064 I don't think the Vikings hang their heads after this one. They've proven they're Super Bowl worthy with the effort given on Sunday. For more, check out the PFT recap here: [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/10/26/week-seven-morning-aftermath-ste...'] Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:25:47 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/673431 Favre vs. the Steel Curtain should make for great television. Too bad the game won't be telecast in Green Bay. I'll have to find a bar that's showing the game, because I want to see this one live. What we have here is Favre's toughest challenge to date. He proved he could beat the Ravens last Sunday. But I don't think they are the ...[Read Full Post] Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:20:28 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/672748 Vikings 30 Packers 23 It wasn't as close as the score looks, as Green Bay added some late scores in their desperation. You would be fooled if you thought it was going to be Adrian Peterson's night. I know I was. Even after Brett Favre clutched the still beating hearts of the San Francisco 49ers with last week's last sec...[Read Full Post] Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:28:37 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/670642 What's everyone reporting before the Purple People Eaters munch on the Green Gang Monday night? There's the subject of Favre? [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/10/04/favre-to-packers-fans-you-just-h...'] Favre is interviewed by John Gruden in Sunday conversation on ESPN and tells Packers fans to move on.... [Li...[Read Full Post] Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:00:37 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/670409 It took me some time, but finally got my second article at Bleacher Report online. Take a look: [Link: 'http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265247-favre-v-packers-and-the-revenge-factor...'] Another interesting article about how former Packers feel about Favre playing fot the 'dastardly' Vikings: [Link: 'http://profootballtal...[Read Full Post] Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:37:49 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/670130 Where do you begin but at the ending of yesterday's game against the San Francisco 49ers. Favre was brilliant and showed he still has that old magic... [Link: 'http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-cant-miss-plays/09000d5d812f33ea/WK-3-Can-t-Miss-P...'] The doubters better become believers after that victory snatched from defeated jaws. Favre d...[Read Full Post] Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:17:25 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/669611 I'm branching out and trying new locations on the web to share my insights and the latest on Brett Favre, which can be found here: [Link: 'http://briankeithcompton.blogspot.com/'] Or, I'll post what it says right here: Give Mr. Favre His Respect Back It's not too late. You can still jump back...[Read Full Post] Sat, 26 Sep 2009 11:58:34 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/668803 Brett Favre was Kerry Collins-like in his debut with the Minnesota Vikings today against the Cleveland Browns. This is what a game manager must be like. It wasn't Favre-like, though he showed the veteran skills to call audibles that exposed the Brown's defense on way to a 34-20 victory. Going 14-21 with 110 passing yards and a TD pass, the ol...[Read Full Post] Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:12:20 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/667625 I went to the "Eve of Destruction" demoltion/monster truck show in Kaukauna last night. It was my first time and was entertaining...for me. There were about 12,000 people in attendance and assured to have a great number of Packer backers. One of the events was an annual tradition with a twist. They have cars play a game of football with an LP ...[Read Full Post] Sat, 12 Sep 2009 12:19:21 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/667459 So now the truth is out? [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/09/10/jets-gm-admits-he-shouldve-liste...'] Yes, he was hurt and he took the blame for the Jets inability to make the post season. Anyone going to give Brett Favre credit for playing through the pain and giving his team a chance at going to the playoffs? I think Mang...[Read Full Post] Thu, 10 Sep 2009 15:17:07 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/667234 It was no mystery Favre was hurt at the end of last season. And now the current Minnesota Viking QB has some insight into the matter, capsized and linked in a piece at profootballtalk.com where they put their own unique conspiratorial spin on it... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/09/09/favre-says-mangini-should-have-b...'] You want to spin it even...[Read Full Post] Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:08:41 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/667150 For someone who's old with the kind injuries he alleges, Brett Favre threw a mean block on the field against Houston Texans cornerback Eugene Wilson last night, drawing a penalty and talk from some that he should be fined... [Link: 'http://blogs.startribune.com/vikingsblog/?p=3251'] Regardless, whatever rust accumulated on his armor he ...[Read Full Post] Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:17:28 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/665974 ...and an article of mine that is not related to Favre for a change. [Link: 'http://www.helium.com/items/1563062-steroids-in-baseball'] Not that I'm done with the subject of the new Viking quarterback. Sun, 23 Aug 2009 02:17:25 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/664799 Now I've taken to writing for a sports website and published my editorial on fans anticipating the return of Brett Favre at Lambeau field this fall... [Link: 'http://bleacherreport.com/articles/240440-take-the-high-road-on-favre?just_...'] I signed up at this site a year ago because they were looking for Green Bay writers to post articl...[Read Full Post] Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:07:35 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/664651 Of all the writers and sports pundits who've kicked around this Favre issue, Howard Bryant at ESPN makes the most logical argument that essentially says let Brett play. Let this one play out. Far be it for the world to decide his fate for him. Like the old gunslinger has been saying all along, only he needs to be concerned with his legend and how he&...[Read Full Post] Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:02:41 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/664391 The Read and React To Favre Comeback: There's a bunch of haters over at Profootballtalk.com, but their feedback on the latest story following the press conference that introduced Favre as a Viking is pretty hilarious to read. [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/08/18/chilly-to-favre-now-or-never/'] Now, the reasons Favr...[Read Full Post] Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:40:39 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/664197 The whirlwind blew into Minnesota and has already gusted out to the practice field. Seems this Favre to the Vikings deal was done behind closed doors some time ago and likely sandbagged the media until the quarterback was ready to take the reins. [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/08/18/its-official----favre-is-a-vikin...'] S...[Read Full Post] Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:56:21 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/664162 The speculation that started with a tidbit from FoxSports' Jay Glazer has snowballed into a likely converging of Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings today. Many sources are confirming he is on a jet to Minneapolis. There's reports he'll ink a $12 million contract. How will it all play out? As Favre was quoted as saying, everyone will know s...[Read Full Post] Tue, 18 Aug 2009 11:54:11 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/664119 Through much media speculation and cajoling from the Vikings, Brett Favre has finally decided to call it a career. And already people are shrugging their collective shoulders and saying, 'yeah, sure.' But the writing has been on the wall for this one, even before he had the shoulder surgery. Many thought he wanted two more shots at the Packers th...[Read Full Post] Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:17:56 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/661246 If Brett Favre's intentions weren't clear enough, his surgeon is now on the record about the comeback... [Link: 'http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/07/04/dr-andrews-on-favre-he-wants-to-...'] And with Viking ticket sales about to commence later this month, expect an official annoucement within a week to 10 days to fuel a sale...[Read Full Post] Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:43:23 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/657773 Brett Favre has re-entered the building and gave his thoughts on his current unretirement bid...Here's the story... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/06/15/favre-my-intentions-are-not-to-create-...'] Perhaps, his comments will end a lot of speculation. The fact that he referenced the Vikings as 'we' at one point might ...[Read Full Post] Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:17:42 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/654692 The latest... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/05/18/report-favre-planning-surgery-on-torn-...'] ...and yet...maybe NOT.... [Link: 'http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4176703&campaign=rss&source=NFL...'] Is this the famous "waffling" that has annoyed so many....OR...is it the zeal to scoop a story o...[Read Full Post] Wed, 20 May 2009 16:56:28 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/650547 Even NFL.com is stirring the pot with Favre's impending possible unretirement. Somehow a private conversation with the league's commissioner was leaked to sweeten a reporter's story about the future hall of famer's mindset, albiet a year removed from the current situation leading to headline fodder. Let's see what this link does for t...[Read Full Post] Tue, 19 May 2009 05:53:56 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/650386 The latest story should give an indication as to Brett Favre's situation and why the decision making process has been draggin on for so long. Bottom line is he feels like he can play until his arm says othewise and he wrestles with what path to take at this stage, as he does each year. He's getting older, but the mind is still willing. The lat...[Read Full Post] Fri, 15 May 2009 09:49:08 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/649839 The media is jumping back and forth with each new report of the 'will he or won't he' return to football dance. The latest news is what should have been the main focus from the outset. Favre cannot recover from his latest injury to play this season. A link on that... [Link: 'http://www.jsonline.com/sports/44627277.html'] You have t...[Read Full Post] Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:15:51 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/648919 If Brett Favre unretires, so will this blog. In the meantime, there's nothing but a bunch of speculation. Rumors start and you don't want to give creedence too quickly. To the chances he's considering a return...I think he might be exploring his options before completly closing the door on the game. I think he has no intentions of playing &#3...[Read Full Post] Fri, 08 May 2009 07:31:29 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/648412 This will be the last entry for this blog on Brett Favre's incredible career, unless of course I'm wrong about the outcome of today's games. I have a prediction for today's final game for number four as a professional football player. Favre has talked about troubles with his arm in the media as of late and talks about having it checked...[Read Full Post] Sun, 28 Dec 2008 05:10:17 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/626424 I don't know how anyone would interpret this as a positive story for the Packers, but here goes... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/11/30/favres-good-season-helps-packers/'] Okay, think about it. Use those analytical football brains you inherited from years of beat writing and covering professional football and explain to me ...[Read Full Post] Sun, 30 Nov 2008 16:11:23 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/621347 There isn't much need to crow about Favre, because the Jets current win streak and knocking off an undefeated team in the Titans speaks for itself. It has the media's full attention and even has some proclaim he's an MVP candidate once again. At this juncture, to borrow an overused NFL cliche, 'it is what it is.' As Favre gels with...[Read Full Post] Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:37:45 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/620496 So, it came down to the big game and the big name got the job done. Not bad old man: [Link: 'http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/jets/2008/11/13/2008-11-13_jets_victo...'] Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:30:43 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/618574 A story by the Wisconsin State Journal might suggest Brett Favre threw his teammates under the bus during his days in Green Bay. I know that Favre has showed humility and accepted culpability in the past. He also has a right to defend himself in the public arena if being criticized for his decision making as well. But, the following article would seem to refuel the...[Read Full Post] Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:57:10 EST http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/617159 The Turds at Profootballtalk.com (if I could so liberally use their own term) are very candid about the NFL stories they cover. I think the insight their leader Mike Florio shows can range from humorous to imbecillic. The latter is proven with his reaction to Deanna Favre being featured on ESPN's new show E:60. Florio is clearly obsessed with the ...[Read Full Post] Wed, 29 Oct 2008 10:38:28 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/615386 I'm slowly getting my own read on this story with Favre and Lions that FOX reporter Jay Glazer broke. My previous entries detail the events Glazer purports as gospel truth, while he is finding little support around the league for his story. He's been the hot, go to guy for breaking NFL stories as of late. I wonder if this made him a mark to be ta...[Read Full Post] Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:21:07 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/614465 ESPN finally acknowledged the story first reported by FOX columnist Jay Glazer that Favre helped the Lions prepare for their week two meeting with his former team. They seem to be taking the high road on the story, because they cannot get the same kind of corroboration as Glazer had and would essentially be airing second hand dirty laundry. Here's wh...[Read Full Post] Mon, 27 Oct 2008 10:48:51 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/614194 This merits scrutiny, but you have to wonder what, if any, crime has been committed, if there is no punishment under league rules. I think the Packers are looking for one in the court of public opinion battle, as this story never ends (as long as Brett continues his mischievous ways)... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/10/19/favre-helpe...[Read Full Post] Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:52:10 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/613843 Talk about Favre's future plans have become a topic of interest at Profootballtalk.com, which tells me they're bored and needed something to increase their web traffic and help pay the bills... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/10/16/favre-watch-09-begins/'] I think Favre is always going to be candid and not shy away from questions l...[Read Full Post] Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:27:20 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/613201 [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/10/11/mangini-pays-tribute-to-favre-with-son...'] The comments that PFT fans tack onto this article are hilarious, so enjoy! Sat, 11 Oct 2008 16:55:03 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/612363 [Link: 'http://www.nypost.com/seven/10092008/sports/jets/coles__favre_gain_on_field_chem...'] Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:26:44 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/612086 After a personal best six TDs passes last week in the Jet's second highest scoring output in team history, Brett Favre keeps his eyes on the prize... [Link: 'http://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2008/09/new_york_jets_favre_not_taking.html'] And now for the team he should have been playing for, it looks like a rookie may be handed quarterbac...[Read Full Post] Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:46:54 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/610375 Might be a few 'I told ya so' echoes ringing in the ears of Packers management today after a record setting day for a future hall of famer run out of town and the team's current quarterback who may be on the shelf with two green horns in waiting. [Link: 'http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/preview?game_id=29581&displayPage=tab_preview...'] [Link...[Read Full Post] Mon, 29 Sep 2008 07:57:39 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/609952 I've waited and I've watched before posting. I saw the hobbled veteran limping off the field late in the game Monday against the Chargers. I new the speculation would start and now it has begun. Is the aging wonder boy Brett Favre still the iron man with a consecutive games streak that shadows feats of legends like Cal Ripken and Lou Gehrig? E...[Read Full Post] Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:52:21 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/609021 It would seem the media is all over Jets coach Eric Mangini for his play calling against the New England Patriots, especially during the three runs and yer out! goal line stand when the team could have used a TD. The media now hounding Favre with its questions might be sparking a controversy over how much room the veteran signal caller has to work wi...[Read Full Post] Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:54:01 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/607798 Brett Favre has kind words for his former understudy... [Link: 'http://blogs.jsonline.com/packers/archive/2008/09/12/favre-praises-rodgers-start...'] He also comments on the quarterback replacing Tom Brady and the familiar parallels to the start of his own career in the NFL... [Link: 'http://myespn.go.com/blogs/nflnation/0-1-786/Favr...[Read Full Post] Sun, 14 Sep 2008 11:12:39 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/607012 The old man still got game. It was a slow start but when Brett Favre zipped a 56-yard TD pass for the first score of the game, I was unglued from my lounger. Details of the game can be found here... [Link: 'http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/recap?game_id=29532&displayPage=tab_recap&sea...'] More insight on the game can be found here... [Li...[Read Full Post] Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:15:11 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/605949 Now that the season has arrived...John Madden speaks on his favorite player Brett Favre... And it's obvious, he doesn't like the scenario the Packers chose: [Link: 'http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=790788'] I also found this article at Profootballtalk.com to be quite interesting. Follow this link to the link they provi...[Read Full Post] Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:18:09 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/605435 The New York media got another crack at number four in a sit down and what a press conference it was. His remarks are captured here and the details of his split with the Packers are coming to light in the following article... [Link: 'http://blogs.nypost.com/sports/jets/archives/2008/08/candid_favre_re.html'] The crew at Profootballtalk.com ...[Read Full Post] Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:29:33 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/604639 One big loophole in Brett Favre's contract (reworked by his new employer, the New York Jets) that could still land him in a Minnesota Vikings uni by next season...the hated rival of his former team the Green Bay Packers. Read this Profootballtalk article... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/08/22/favre-to-vikes-could-still-happen-nex...[Read Full Post] Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:38:37 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/603247 I'm trying to find the anti-corny lead-in for the latest news on number 4....like 'ol Mississippi still has lightening in that bottle for an arm ...I shudder at the following headline and hope there are more creative banners in Favre's future... [Link: 'http://myespn.go.com/blogs/afceast/0-2-85/So-Favre--so-good.html'] Other sto...[Read Full Post] Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:21:05 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/602371 A diversion from the usual Favre stuff for a walk into the Twilight Zone... I don't think Nostradumbass could have predicted this, but somehow a family in Wisconsin has owned a Brett Favre jersey sporting New York Jets colors and logo since 2002... [Link: 'http://news.yahoo.com/story//ap/20080813/ap_on_fe_st/odd_favre_jersey'] Packer...[Read Full Post] Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:44:25 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/601813 On Mike and Mike in the morning on ESPN, football analyst Chris Carter said there was a rumor that Brett Favre would have taken $32 million dollars to retire as a Green Bay Packer. Carter made his comment in closing a segment of the show this morning, while referencing deals other players like Dan Marino have received, while inferring they weren't ha...[Read Full Post] Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:24:59 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/601332 Dissect this whole thing for us and make sense of it all. Do a thorough investigation of the facts and the circumstantial stuff, while throwing in the anonymously reported details that make up a majority of the reports that have spun this Favrian drama. Without playing the sleazy lawyer quashing some of the evidentiary elements, go over this thing with a...[Read Full Post] Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:47:48 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600881 It's the first game of the season, the long awaited opener of the Minnesota Vikings versus the Green Bay Packers at storied Lambeau Field. A cool September day where the lingering summer heat can be felt, the sun hangs lower, but the flesh is less likely to be stung. Tailgates down, grills ablaze, gathered fans are in a reflective mood about an upcom...[Read Full Post] Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:16:12 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600690 [Link: 'http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/columns/story?columnist=wojciechowski_gene&i...'] [Link: 'http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=443007'] [Link: 'http://blogs.jsonline.com/packers/archive/2008/08/07/initial-reaction-to-the-fav...'] [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/08/08/rodgers-shopping...[Read Full Post] Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:48:19 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600685 FoxSports.Com is the first to report it: Brett Favre will suit up for the New York Jets, the lottery winner in the reinstated retiree quarterback sweepstakes. [Link: 'http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/8381934/Favre-outackers-trade-legend-to-Je...'] This to me was a better choice than Tampa. Favre likes the cold weather. He gets t...[Read Full Post] Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:16:50 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600646 And we say goodbye, as the former starter of the Green Bay Packers packs it in and returns to Mississippi to wait out the days and the next act in this long running play... [Link: 'http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/ic/blogs/insider/index.shtml'] [Link: 'http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp08/news/story?id=3521811'] My kid...[Read Full Post] Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:17:20 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600584 Going to one of these teams is not the right option. I'd rather see Favre retire than play for another team under the circumstances given. I don't think a new organization favors him at this point. But, if he manages to pull out another season like the last and outperform his former team, he'll add more fuel for fan's fire to ouste...[Read Full Post] Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:05:44 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600538 My suspicions were correct. The media and fans are camped on Brett Favre's doorstep in Green Bay, anxiously awaiting any movement from the soon-to-be former Packer. The assemblage is quiet with their signs, some sitting in the grass of a neighbors yard across the street to one side, while others stand along Shady Lane across the road in front of his ...[Read Full Post] Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:03:47 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600466 One of the sticking points for Brett Favre is the lies. And I've felt all along the Packers have been spinning behind the scenes to make a comeback impossible with his old team. Now comes Chris Mortenson's report that the QB is PO'd at McCarthy and Thompson for lying about a key aspect of all this retirement 'waffling'. "Asked ...[Read Full Post] Tue, 05 Aug 2008 17:33:15 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600431 A well attended Packer's training camp did not have fans catching a glimpse of the hopeful revival of number four. Reports seem to indicate a hard stance against Brett Favre making a comeback or competing for his old job... [Link: 'http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/08/05/exit-stage-lambeau'] What was apparent to me is that only a smal...[Read Full Post] Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:50:46 EDT http://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/600417