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A NFL Fan's Tribute to Brett Favre
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Ten Reasons We’ll Always Love Favre
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It would be putting it mildly to say Brett Favre is a popular topic these days.
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It would be putting it mildly to say Brett Favre is a popular topic these days.
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No matter what newspaper you decide to open, there’s old #4 staring back at you with an uncharacteristic, yet warranted, look of concern on his face.
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Now, I know you’re all sick and tired of Brett’s routine in recent years, and I know you’re sick and tired of hearing about it every time Ted Thompson sneezes in the Packers front office.
Now, I know you’re all sick and tired of Brett’s routine in recent years, and I know you’re sick and tired of hearing about it every time Ted Thompson sneezes in the Packers front office.
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I’m sick of it too.
I’m sick of it too.
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But that’s no reason to start hating the guy.
Speaking as a deeply passionate fan of football, I know I’ll always love what Favre’s brought to the table no matter how the current saga unfolds. It would simply be disrespectful for me to feel otherwise.
But that’s no reason to start hating the guy.
Speaking as a deeply passionate fan of football, I know I’ll always love what Favre’s brought to the table no matter how the current saga unfolds. It would simply be disrespectful for me to feel otherwise.
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Here are a few reasons I’m sure will remind you why we’ll always love Brett Favre.
Here are a few reasons I’m sure will remind you why we’ll always love Brett Favre.
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Top 10 Reasons We’ll Always Love Brett Favre
Top 10 Reasons We’ll Always Love Brett Favre
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1. He’s a War Horse
Favre’s record of consecutive games started at quarterback is basically untouchable. The guy’s started 275 straight (including playoffs) under center for the Pack, which equates to 16 years of never missing a single Sunday. The next closest active streak is Peyton Manning, at 160, and that’s currently looks in jeopardy. When it comes to toughness, tenacity and the desire to answer the bell for his teammates, Favre’s on a different level than just about any athlete in professional sports.
1. He’s a War Horse
Favre’s record of consecutive games started at quarterback is basically untouchable. The guy’s started 275 straight (including playoffs) under center for the Pack, which equates to 16 years of never missing a single Sunday. The next closest active streak is Peyton Manning, at 160, and that’s currently looks in jeopardy. When it comes to toughness, tenacity and the desire to answer the bell for his teammates, Favre’s on a different level than just about any athlete in professional sports.
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2. He’s the Face of the NFL
It’s no wonder a man who was named the “Toughest Athlete in Sports” by USA Today would come to embody both the savagery and finesse that defines the NFL. Aside from seeing Favre’s mugshot plastered on the cover of newspapers, media guides, magazines, billboards, TV ads and video games, can you honestly say a flash image of Favre chucking a bomb to Sterling Sharpe doesn’t cross your mind when you think of the NFL?
2. He’s the Face of the NFL
It’s no wonder a man who was named the “Toughest Athlete in Sports” by USA Today would come to embody both the savagery and finesse that defines the NFL. Aside from seeing Favre’s mugshot plastered on the cover of newspapers, media guides, magazines, billboards, TV ads and video games, can you honestly say a flash image of Favre chucking a bomb to Sterling Sharpe doesn’t cross your mind when you think of the NFL?
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3. The Comeback Kid
Every time Favre sets foot on the turf, there’s potential for a wild game. In fact, Brett holds the Packers record with 38 come from behind, fourth quarter wins, some of which will go down in NFL lore forever. If you don’t like a football player with an uncanny knack for pulling off the unthinkable, then you’re simply not a football fan. Heck, you might not be American … unless, of course, you’re from Minnesota. Then I understand.
3. The Comeback Kid
Every time Favre sets foot on the turf, there’s potential for a wild game. In fact, Brett holds the Packers record with 38 come from behind, fourth quarter wins, some of which will go down in NFL lore forever. If you don’t like a football player with an uncanny knack for pulling off the unthinkable, then you’re simply not a football fan. Heck, you might not be American … unless, of course, you’re from Minnesota. Then I understand.
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4. MVP of MVPs
It might seem ridiculous to suggest renaming the MVP award to the Brett Favre Annual Award, but you wouldn’t have thought so in the mid 90s. From 1995-97, he reeled off an amazing stretch of three consecutive MVP seasons. He is, and probably always will be, the only player to have ever done this.
4. MVP of MVPs
It might seem ridiculous to suggest renaming the MVP award to the Brett Favre Annual Award, but you wouldn’t have thought so in the mid 90s. From 1995-97, he reeled off an amazing stretch of three consecutive MVP seasons. He is, and probably always will be, the only player to have ever done this.
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5. Postseason Monster
Favre would be the first to tell you his personal stats were meaningless. The only thing that mattered to him was the success of the team, and he seemed to bring quite a bit of success to a then-struggling franchise. In his 16 years at the helm of the Packers, Favre’s led Green Bay to the playoffs 11 times; seven as a division champion. He also carried Lambeau Nation to the Super Bowl twice, capturing a world title at Super Bowl XXXI. He went a combined 39 for 69 with five TD passes in his two appearances on the NFL’s grand stage.
5. Postseason Monster
Favre would be the first to tell you his personal stats were meaningless. The only thing that mattered to him was the success of the team, and he seemed to bring quite a bit of success to a then-struggling franchise. In his 16 years at the helm of the Packers, Favre’s led Green Bay to the playoffs 11 times; seven as a division champion. He also carried Lambeau Nation to the Super Bowl twice, capturing a world title at Super Bowl XXXI. He went a combined 39 for 69 with five TD passes in his two appearances on the NFL’s grand stage.
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6. Career QB Rating
Favre’s QB rating of 85.05 places him among the league’s greatest passers of all time. Keeping company with the top 15 quarterbacks ever to play in the NFL will get him a sure-fire first ballot Hall vote.
6. Career QB Rating
Favre’s QB rating of 85.05 places him among the league’s greatest passers of all time. Keeping company with the top 15 quarterbacks ever to play in the NFL will get him a sure-fire first ballot Hall vote.
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7. We Love Charity
It’s refreshing to see someone who makes such a difference on the field make an even greater contribution off it. Not only has Brett retained a sparkling, role model-esque image for 16 years, but his Fourward Foundation is responsible for raising close to $2 million and touching the lives of thousands of disadvantaged and disabled children. Brett’s wife, Deanna, also started the Deanna Favre Hope Foundation to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research.
7. We Love Charity
It’s refreshing to see someone who makes such a difference on the field make an even greater contribution off it. Not only has Brett retained a sparkling, role model-esque image for 16 years, but his Fourward Foundation is responsible for raising close to $2 million and touching the lives of thousands of disadvantaged and disabled children. Brett’s wife, Deanna, also started the Deanna Favre Hope Foundation to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research.
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8. Last of the Throwback Players
When you look at Favre, what you don’t see is an intimidating physique or the hint that he can run a 4.20, 40. What you DO see is scrappiness and wit and, of course, a cannon arm. He reminds us of gunslingers of a bygone era, when the game was a passion for the players instead of a booking business. There’s really no player who seems like he’s having more fun playing football than Brett Favre. On top of that, he plays the game the right way and puts his teammates first. A classic piece of evidence comes from a certain Monday night game against Oakland. His father had passed away suddenly the day before, but Brett was determined to play because he knew his father, and his teammates, would want it that way. Persevering through unrivaled personal grief, he threw for 399 yards and four TDs … in the first half.
8. Last of the Throwback Players
When you look at Favre, what you don’t see is an intimidating physique or the hint that he can run a 4.20, 40. What you DO see is scrappiness and wit and, of course, a cannon arm. He reminds us of gunslingers of a bygone era, when the game was a passion for the players instead of a booking business. There’s really no player who seems like he’s having more fun playing football than Brett Favre. On top of that, he plays the game the right way and puts his teammates first. A classic piece of evidence comes from a certain Monday night game against Oakland. His father had passed away suddenly the day before, but Brett was determined to play because he knew his father, and his teammates, would want it that way. Persevering through unrivaled personal grief, he threw for 399 yards and four TDs … in the first half.
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9. Every Record in the Book
I need not give you more information that the fact that Favre owns virtually every meaningful career passing record that exists in the NFL, but I will anyway. Favre surpassed the great Dan Marino to top the lists in wins (160), TDs (442), completions (5,337), attempts (8,758) and yards (61,655) … and hopefully still counting.
9. Every Record in the Book
I need not give you more information that the fact that Favre owns virtually every meaningful career passing record that exists in the NFL, but I will anyway. Favre surpassed the great Dan Marino to top the lists in wins (160), TDs (442), completions (5,337), attempts (8,758) and yards (61,655) … and hopefully still counting.
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10. He Makes the Damn Game Exciting
I’ll leave you with one defining example of this point and, if you were around to remember it, I dare you not to crack a smile. Back in 1992, after injury forced then-starter Dan Majkowski out of a game against the Bengals, Favre found himself thrust into action. He played a horrific game, fumbling four times. He was forced to endure a chorus of boos, and then finally outright chants of “We want Detmer,” from the Lambeau faithful. However, trailing 23-17 with just 1:07 to go and pinned down on his own 8-yard-line, Favre gave us the first little touch of foreshadowing in what would become a masterpiece of a career. In a matter of just two plays, he connected to Sterling Sharpe for 42 yards, then launched a game-winning bomb to Kitrick Taylor with 13 seconds left to cement a 24-23 Packers victory.
10. He Makes the Damn Game Exciting
I’ll leave you with one defining example of this point and, if you were around to remember it, I dare you not to crack a smile. Back in 1992, after injury forced then-starter Dan Majkowski out of a game against the Bengals, Favre found himself thrust into action. He played a horrific game, fumbling four times. He was forced to endure a chorus of boos, and then finally outright chants of “We want Detmer,” from the Lambeau faithful. However, trailing 23-17 with just 1:07 to go and pinned down on his own 8-yard-line, Favre gave us the first little touch of foreshadowing in what would become a masterpiece of a career. In a matter of just two plays, he connected to Sterling Sharpe for 42 yards, then launched a game-winning bomb to Kitrick Taylor with 13 seconds left to cement a 24-23 Packers victory.
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Of course, that’s just how the legend began. I know I sure wouldn’t mind seeing it continued a little bit longer.
Of course, that’s just how the legend began. I know I sure wouldn’t mind seeing it continued a little bit longer.
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