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- Favre is a three-time MVP
- Favre is Packers All-Time Leader in Touchdowns, Completions, and Yards
- Draft pick depends on how Jets perform in 2008 Season
- Brett Favre previously retired on March 6, 2008
- Reinstated on August 5, 2008
- Aaron Rodgers is current Quarterback for Green Bay Packers
- Previous rumors suggested he might be traded to Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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FOXSports.com has reported that on August 6, 2008, NFL quarterback and Green Bay Packers legend Brett Favre was traded to the New York Jets after 16 seasons in the Packers organization. The Packers will reportedly receive "a single draft pick that increases in value depending upon how the Jets perform during the 2008 season." Rumors also circulated that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were in contention for his services. Favre originally retired on March 5, 2008, but was re-instated on August 5, 2008. The situation caused a quarterback controversy in Green Bay, since the job was handed to Aaron Rodgers the day Favre retired.
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Brett Favre Trade Quotes
"The train has left the station, whatever analogy you want. He needs to jump on the train and let's go. Or, if we can't get past things that have happened, I have to keep the train moving." —Mike McCarthy, Packers Head Coach
"Brett has had a long and storied career in Green Bay, and the Packers owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude for everything he accomplished on the field and for the impact he made in the state. It is with some sadness that we make this announcement, but also with the desire for certainty that will allow us to move the team and organization forward in the most positive way possible. —Green Bay Packers Official Statement
"I am looking forward to seeing Brett Favre in a New York Jets uniform. He represents a significant addition to this franchise, and reflects our commitment to putting the best possible product on the field. Mike Tannenbaum and his football administration staff did a great job of navigating this complex process. I am excited about welcoming Brett, Deanna and their family to the Jets organization." —Woody Johnson, New York Jets Chairman and CEO -
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Fantasy Football Trade: Brett Favre, Jonathan Stewart, Mike Bell for Joe Flacco, Joseph Addai, Matt Forte? http://bit.ly/4oodLo
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According to Al Groh, we've made a trade with the Minnesota Vikings to get Brett Favre. At least he still brings the lols.
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Who wins this trade? Team A gets Steven Jackson and Jay Cutler, team B recieves Brett Favre and Ahmad Bradshaw. http://bit.ly/6HvJ2S
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New blog post: Open Question: Should I trade Brett Favre for Chad Ochocinco? http://unfake.it/eLft
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