Quarterback Brett Favre announced on July 28, 2009 that he would remain retired rather than joining the Minnesota Vikings for the 2009 season.
Favre stated it was the "hardest decision" that he's ever made. Favre retired from the Green Bay Packers in 2008, then returned to play for the New York Jets, before retiring again. He underwent surgery in May of 2009 with the intent to join the Vikings, however decided against it.
Is Brett Favre retiring?(1 Answer)
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Yes, Brett Favre will most certainly retire. This year? Probably. Or not.
OPEN THREAD: Brett Favre to sign with the Minnesota Vikings today
(6 Answers)
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I'm somewhat sick of the whole Favre retiring thing. But, Favre will definetely help the team, he is a great QB. I want to see someone wearing ...
Will Brett Favre retire from the Minnesota Vikings? If so, do you think he will *stay* retired or remain involved in football somehow?(8 Answers)
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I think he will stay retired until after training camp and then there will be a change of heart and a contract. It all just seems to public ...
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Fast Facts
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Full name
Brett Lorenzo Favre
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Born
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Birthplace
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Height
6'2"
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Weight
222 lbs
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Position
Quarterback
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High school
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College
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Draft year
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Won Super Bowl XXXI
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10-time Pro Bowl selection
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Five-time NFC Player of the Year selection
