Favre - Page 2

RevSmoke · 05-07-2009, 10:09 AM

I loved Brett, but I am first of all a Packer fan. I wanted him to come back, but I also realized some things were going on that needed to be worked out.

Here is a summary of how I see this whole mess - from the beginning.

For three years, Green Bay put everything on hold while the man made a decision whether to play or retire. Their free agency moves and draft picks were made figuring he'd be in the mix.

In 2008, they pushed him to make a decision, yes. But Green Bay asked him - three times, if he was coming back - they wanted him to do so. Three times he said, "NO!" Then, made an emotional, tear-jerking announcement as such.

In the free agency market and draft of 2008, the made their moves, building a team "knowing" (by Brett's own announcement) that they would not have #4 in the line-up.

Then, he wants to come back. GB says, "We've made our moves without you. We've built a team that doesn't revolve around you. If you want to come back, realize that."

Brett, "I want to come back, but on my terms. If I cannot, then let me go."

And now, he wants to stick it to the Packers? OK, to Ted Thompson? I just don't get that.

14holestogie · 05-07-2009, 10:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

I loved Brett, but I am first of all a Packer fan. I wanted him to come back, but I also realized some things were going on that needed to be worked out.

Here is a summary of how I see this whole mess - from the beginning.

For three years, Green Bay put everything on hold while the man made a decision whether to play or retire. Their free agency moves and draft picks were made figuring he'd be in the mix.

In 2008, they pushed him to make a decision, yes. But Green Bay asked him - three times, if he was coming back - they wanted him to do so. Three times he said, "NO!" Then, made an emotional, tear-jerking announcement as such.

In the free agency market and draft of 2008, the made their moves, building a team "knowing" (by Brett's own announcement) that they would not have #4 in the line-up.

Then, he wants to come back. GB says, "We've made our moves without you. We've built a team that doesn't revolve around you. If you want to come back, realize that."

Brett, "I want to come back, but on my terms. If I cannot, then let me go."

And now, he wants to stick it to the Packers? OK, to Ted Thompson? I just don't get that.

A great player? Yes.

Still some gas in the tank?
Perhaps.

A mature team player?
Not a prayer.

He could have retired as an icon (and probably still will be considered one after all the smoke has cleared), but he has certainly burned some bridges along the way.

I wish him well and in the right system with a team around him, he may be able to help. The Vikings fit that bill.

Genetic Defect · 05-07-2009, 10:39 AM

I want a cookie

Genetic Defect · 05-07-2009, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 14holestogie

A great player? Yes.

Still some gas in the tank?
Perhaps.

A mature team player?
Not a prayer.

He could have retired as an icon (and probably still will be considered one after all the smoke has cleared), but he has certainly burned some bridges along the way.

I wish him well and in the right system with a team around him, he may be able to help. The Vikings fit that bill.

which team were you on?

wshan · 05-10-2009, 10:57 PM

I hope he does come back and play for the vikings...I think Harvin gets rookie of the year awards then.

WildBlueSooner · 05-12-2009, 08:02 PM

So looks like he send his X-rays to the Vikes after saying he was for sure not coming out.
More drama!

Genetic Defect · 05-12-2009, 10:11 PM

hello, lets fan the fire

jledou · 05-13-2009, 06:31 AM

Farve drops back ... throws the long ball ... and it's complete for a 20 yard gain!

" ... don't go away mad ... just go away ..."

catchy song tune if I remember right

Parshooter · 05-13-2009, 09:51 AM

I would love to be at Lambeau if he comes back as a Viking.

kelmac07 · 05-23-2009, 09:49 PM

Two words...STAY RETIRED!!!

WildBlueSooner · 05-24-2009, 06:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kelmac07

Two words...STAY RETIRED!!!

The Poet · 06-06-2009, 11:29 AM

A man is entitled to a job, if he's still able to work - don't matter if he's a QB or a plumber. Besides, he spent last year as my neighbor (well, sort of), and everybody in these parts had nothing but nice things to say about him. They thought he was a dumb redneck, but a nice one.

05-07-2009, 10:09 AM	#21
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,809 Trading: (51)	Re: Favre I loved Brett, but I am first of all a Packer fan. I wanted him to come back, but I also realized some things were going on that needed to be worked out. Here is a summary of how I see this whole mess - from the beginning. For three years, Green Bay put everything on hold while the man made a decision whether to play or retire. Their free agency moves and draft picks were made figuring he'd be in the mix. In 2008, they pushed him to make a decision, yes. But Green Bay asked him - three times, if he was coming back - they wanted him to do so. Three times he said, "NO!" Then, made an emotional, tear-jerking announcement as such. In the free agency market and draft of 2008, the made their moves, building a team "knowing" (by Brett's own announcement) that they would not have #4 in the line-up. Then, he wants to come back. GB says, "We've made our moves without you. We've built a team that doesn't revolve around you. If you want to come back, realize that." Brett, "I want to come back, but on my terms. If I cannot, then let me go." And now, he wants to stick it to the Packers? OK, to Ted Thompson? I just don't get that. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

05-07-2009, 10:39 AM	#23
Genetic Defect difetosso Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Perry Location: An elevator Posts: 5,202 Trading: (5)	Re: Favre I want a cookie __________________ I'm an outcast riding into town alone I got wanderlust branded deeper than the bone

05-10-2009, 10:57 PM	#25
wshan Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Wei Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 57 Trading: (0)	Re: Favre I hope he does come back and play for the vikings...I think Harvin gets rookie of the year awards then.

05-12-2009, 08:02 PM	#26
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: Favre So looks like he send his X-rays to the Vikes after saying he was for sure not coming out. More drama! __________________ "To dilute the will to win is to destroy the purpose of the game. There is no substitute for victory"-- Douglas MacArthur

05-12-2009, 10:11 PM	#27
Genetic Defect difetosso Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Perry Location: An elevator Posts: 5,202 Trading: (5)	Re: Favre hello, lets fan the fire __________________ I'm an outcast riding into town alone I got wanderlust branded deeper than the bone

05-13-2009, 06:31 AM	#28
jledou Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Kansas Posts: 2,203 Trading: (27)	Re: Favre Farve drops back ... throws the long ball ... and it's complete for a 20 yard gain! " ... don't go away mad ... just go away ..." catchy song tune if I remember right

05-13-2009, 09:51 AM	#29
Parshooter I'm a friend of Gary S Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Marc Location: St Somewhere Posts: 835 Trading: (2)	Re: Favre I would love to be at Lambeau if he comes back as a Viking. __________________ I love chicks with FLBP.

05-23-2009, 09:49 PM	#30
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Favre Two words...STAY RETIRED!!!

06-06-2009, 11:29 AM	#32
The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: Favre A man is entitled to a job, if he's still able to work - don't matter if he's a QB or a plumber. Besides, he spent last year as my neighbor (well, sort of), and everybody in these parts had nothing but nice things to say about him. They thought he was a dumb redneck, but a nice one.