On April 4, 2008, The Los Angeles Times reported that retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre was considering making a comeback to football, and that Favre's agent has been quietly discussing trade possibilities with other teams.LA Times: Brett Favre retired? Maybe not (April 4, 2008) Favre's agent has denied the claims that Favre is considering coming back to play for another team. Favre officially announced his retirement on March 4, 2008.

On August 6, 2006, Favre was traded to the New York Jets.

On July 3, 2008, sources close to the Green Bay Packers and Favre stated that Favre is again considering a comeback to the NFL. Reports say that Favre has an "itch" to play again and that his family has been encouraging him to make a comeback. Favre has dismissed the claims as rumors and has not yet made an official statement regarding his return.ESPN.com: Source: Favre has 'itch' to return; player calls it 'rumor' (July 3, 2008)

• ESPN.com: NFL grants Favre reinstatement; sources say QB job is open (August 3, 2008)

• ESPN.com: Favre seeks unconditional release from Packers, sources say (July 11, 2008)

• ESPN.com: Source: Favre has 'itch' to return; player calls it 'rumor' (July 3, 2008)

• ESPN.com: Favre's agent shoots down report of comeback (April 3, 2008)

• Los Angeles Times: Brett Favre retired? Maybe not (April 3, 2008)

• Topix.net: Brett Favre Comeback

• Google News: Brett Favre Comeback

• ESPN.com: Is Brett Favre Considering a Comeback? (Time: 3:40)