Leber expecting Favre in purple Jun 23, 2009
Vikings linebacker Ben Leber, like many, is picking up on all the signs pointing to Brett Favre being his teammate in the near future ... talking about all the Brett Favre-to-the-Vikings talk. (VikingUpdate.com)
Recession hasn't sacked Pack, but officials wary Jun 23, 2009
The Packers couldn't top their big year in 2007-08, when Brett Favre was still setting records in a Packers uniform, the team hosted a pair of playoff games and the economy appeared solid. But given the subsequent economic downturn, the messy drama of Favre's unretirement saga and subsequent trade to the New York Jets, and a disappointing 6-10 season last year, things could have been worse. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Childress backs Favres health, attitude Jun 22, 2009
Brett Favre and Brad Childress (AP) ... Vikings coach Brad Childress said during a radio interview Friday that Brett Favre is throwing the ball pain-free, and the coach said the Vikings offense could help eliminate some of the mistakes that has caused Favre interceptions in the past. (VikingUpdate.com)
Favres passion appealing to Wilf Jun 22, 2009
Vikings owner Zygi Wilf certainly seems on board with the potential signing of Brett Favre, according to his comments this week to season-ticket holders ... Like Ive said many times before, be it Brett Favre or anybody else, we will do the most we can to get the players we need to be a better team with, Wilf said at the first-ever State of the Vikings event in downtown Minneapolis ... If that means Brett Favre or it means anybody else, were going to go out and do that. (VikingUpdate.com)
RB Taylor handles setbacks like a true pro Jun 21, 2009
They will have to release two more players before training camp in order to sign all five of their draft picks and an additional player if they sign QB Brett Favre. Offseason rosters are limited to 80 players, but the five draft picks dont count until they are signed. (VikingUpdate.com)
Snell wins, McCutchen homers, Bucs top Twins 8-2 Jun 21, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Ian Snell won for the first time in two months and Andrew McCutchen hit his first major league home run, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates past Francisco Liriano and the Minnesota Twins 8-2 Wednesday night (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Your thoughts on Brett Favre Jun 21, 2009
Brett Favre (Stephen Dunn/Getty) ... Brett Favres interview on HBO and Packer Report publisher Bill Hubers commentary on the interview generated plenty of conversation, either through e-mail or our forums ... In my lifetime, I hope the Packer Organization DOES NOT retire #4 or put his name in Lambeau Field because honor and integrity are not synonymous with Brett Favre. (PackerReport.com)
Computer loves Harvin, Vikings in simulation Jun 21, 2009
And that's without Brett Favre ... While two of those seasons were with Brett Favre at quarterback, Jennings really broke out last season catching passes from Rodgers. (VikingUpdate.com)
NFL Notebook: Owners asked to open books Jun 21, 2009
" The current CBA is scheduled to expire after the 2010 season. But if there isn't a new deal by March, the final year of the agreement will be uncapped. The league and the union held their first negotiating session three weeks ago. Vikings While retired quarterback Brett Favre gave the impression that he is the one calling the shots when it comes to whether he plays for Minnesota this year, indications are that the team is going to want an answer from him about his future by the time training... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Secondary was primary Jun 21, 2009
Last week confirmed what many suspected: Brett Favre calling the Vikings we during his interview on HBO s Joe Buck Live means a Favre-Minnesota marriage is going to happen, as long as he is healthy enough to play; 5. After hearing the chatter from the Buccaneers last week, it wouldn t be surprising if rookie quarterback Josh Freeman is starting in Week 1. (Boston Globe)
Rookie Watch: Jets' Mark Sanchez Jun 20, 2009
Last year Kellen Clemens was passed over for Brett Favre, and now must prove the team is better off with him in the lineup instead of Sanchez. It will be a hard sell. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Vikings, Favre say its all on his shoulder Jun 20, 2009
Brett Favre (Adriano Agundes/AP) ... The Vikings discussed Brett Favre to their fan base Wednesday night in Minneapolis ... Be it Brett Favre or anybody else, we will do the most we can to get the players we need to be a better team, Wilf said. (VikingUpdate.com)
Wilf: Favre's future is up to him Jun 20, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS - Minnesota Vikings owner Zygi Wilf told season ticket holders on Wednesday night that Brett Favre's future is entirely up to the former MVP. ... He told a gathering of season ticket holders that "right now, it's all up to Brett Favre in terms of where his future is at. I'll just leave it at that.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Matching up Megan Fox vs. Fox Sports Jun 19, 2009
Brett Favre vs. Roger Clemens. Michael Phelps vs. Aquaman. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Packers punt questions about Favre, Vikings Jun 18, 2009
(AP) -Until Brett Favre actually puts on the purple uniform of the rival Minnesota Vikings, the Green Bay Packers are doing their best to punt away any questions about their former quarterback's football future. If the Packers are privately annoyed about the never-ending subject of Favre's complicated relationship with retirement, they aren't saying so. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vikings owner: Favre's future entirely up to him Jun 18, 2009
Minnesota Vikings owner Zygi Wilf saysBrett Favre's futureentirely up to him - NFL - SI.com ... "Right now, it's all up to Brett Favre in terms of where his future is at," Wilf told about 1,200 fans gathered at the State Theatre for a "State of the Vikings" event ... " Vikings fans turned out to the first ever "State of the Vikings" event eager to hear how the team would respond to the interview. "We will do the most we can to get the players we need to be a better team," Wilf said. "If that... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Clicks: Flacco's great expectations Jun 18, 2009
Sage Rosenfels/Tarvaris Jackson, Vikings (contingent on Brett Favre's arrival) 5 ... Tier 3 (3,600 total yards and/or 27 TDs) Ben Roethlisberger, Eli Manning, Matt Schaub, Matt Hasselbeck, Matt Cassel, Tony Romo, Jay Cutler, Brett Favre (should he come out of retirement -- wink, wink) ... Leave it to notorious comedian Artie Lange to steal the ENTIRE spotlight from Brett Favre in the series premiere of HBO's Joe Buck Live on Monday night. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
NFL NOTES Bucs' top tackler back, without pact Jun 18, 2009
UP TO FAVRE: Minnesota owner Zygi Wilf told a group of very interested season-ticket holders that the possibility of Brett Favre playing for the Vikings next season hinges on the quarterback's surgically repaired right arm. "Right now, it's all up to Brett Favre in terms of where his future is at," Wilf said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Favre says he feels some pain in arm Jun 18, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS Brett Favre worked out with a high school football team Wednesday, then said his arm wasn t yet ready for him to commit to joining the Vikings. Favre was interviewed by WDAM-TV in Hattiesburg, Miss. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Packers' players punt questions on Favre, Vikes Jun 18, 2009
Green Bay Packers' players punt questions about Brett Favre, Vikings - NFL - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Romo's aim: Better shape, smarter, more leadership Jun 18, 2009
Romo grew up in Wisconsin watching Brett Favre pull out game after game with high-risk plays, and it became part of his on-field persona, too. It was evident last season, when he had 21 turnovers in 13 games, a rate of 1. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Rodgers on Favre: Good answer later Jun 18, 2009
QB Brett Favre (Matt Stobe/Getty) ... We have the latest on Brett Favre from the Packers locker room, his workout at a high school in Mississippi, and an event in Minneapolis ... If that means Brett Favre or means sombody else, well go after them. (PackerReport.com)
Favre could help Vikings early-season woes Jun 17, 2009
Brett Favre (Winslow Townson/AP) ... Brett Favre, on the other hand, has started strong the last few seasons ... Brett Favre is expected to break his silence at 8 p.m. Central tonight when he appears on the debut of Joe Buck Live on HBO. Buck, who along with Troy Aikman work the No. 1 NFL slot for FOX Sports on Sundays, has Favre scheduled as a guest for his opening show. (VikingUpdate.com)
THE FRONT ROW: Down in flames Jun 17, 2009
The show harmlessly cruised along for the first few segments, featuring terrible interviews with Chad Ochocinco, David Wright, Michael Irvin and Brett Favre. None of those men have a single interesting thing to say. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Gutter talk snipes 'Joe Buck Live' debut Jun 17, 2009
Says Greenburg, noting the show also starred Brett Favre when his Hamlet-like soliloquy is once again being treated as news: "I'm happy with the show an excellent show.". Posted. (USA Today -- Sports)
Vikings might not know of Favre’s call until late July Jun 17, 2009
While Brett Favre gave the impression Monday that he s the one calling the shots when it comes to whether he plays for the Vikings this season, indications are that the team is going to want an answer from him about his future by the time training camp opens in late July. The retired quarterback ended his months-long silence by admitting during an interview on HBO that he wants to play again, that the Vikings are the only team he s talking to and that if his arm heals from arthroscopic surgery... (Winona Daily News, MN)
PeterKingMMQB Tuesday Edition Denver's dangerous precedent, a Plaxico plot twist, your questions. Jun 17, 2009
Brandon Marshall, Plaxico Burress, Brett Favre, more NFL mailbag - Peter King - SI.com ... "Why should Plaxico be different than any other working defendant? In fact, there are working defendants who can barely pay their bills. His case is not one requiring extensive discovery or pretrial motions. It's a straightforward gun-possession case. The case should be over, verdict and all, by Nov. 1.'' But the delay has put Goodell in a tough spot. He's on record as preferring to allow a first-time... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Favre waiting to see how arm recovers Jun 17, 2009
NEW YORK Brett Favre will know in several weeks whether his surgically repaired arm will allow him to come out of retirement again. The quarterback made his first public comments since retiring from the New York Jets in February in an interview last night on "Joe Buck Live." He said the only team he has spoken to is the Minnesota Vikings and that they would be a perfect fit because he's familiar with their offense. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Favre Feeds the NFL's Best Rivalry Jun 17, 2009
Brett Favre Set to Join the Minnesota Vikings. With Brett Favre's comeback decision all but finalized, the NFL's best rivalry is about to hit a whole new level ... Judging by Favre's recent comments on "Joe Buck Live," NFL fans will be treated to a seventeenth year of Brett Favre headlining the border bitterness. (Suite101.com)
Burress hearing delayed to Sept. 23 Jun 16, 2009
Plaxico Burress of New York Giants appears in court, gun case adjourned until September 23 - ESPN. Updated: June 15, 2009, 3:25 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football News)
NFL: Favre decision weeks away Jun 16, 2009
NEW YORK - Brett Favre will know in several weeks whether his surgically repaired arm will allow him to come out of retirement again. The quarterback made his first public comments since retiring from the New York Jets in February in an interview Monday night on Joe Buck Live. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rumors: Jets losing interest in Burress? Jun 16, 2009
Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin is saying that Brett Favre should cool his jets and stop teasing Vikings fans: Favre's 100 years old; stop this already," he said (Los Angeles Times)Rumor has it that a hearing for free gent wide receiver Plaxico Burress is going to be pushed back to September and his case likely wont be heard till next February. So it looks like hell be free for the season. The Bears, Buccaneers, and Jets are supposedly interested in bringing the gun-totin fella... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Curran: Childress is lead clown in Favre's new circus act Jun 16, 2009
Those interested in winding up as collateral damage in the strange twilight years of Brett Favres career, please line up over here ... And if Brett Favre can still be a facsimile of the Brett Favre from 2007, hes got more talent than Sage Rosenfels and Tarvaris Jackson ... Brett Favre sells tickets, newspapers, ads and creates Web hits. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Favre says he's considering playing again Jun 16, 2009
(Sports Network) - Making his first public appearance since retiring from the New York Jets, Brett Favre said Monday night he's considering playing again, this time for the Minnesota Vikings. Favre spoke on the new HBO show "Joe Buck Live" and said he had surgery 2 1/2 weeks ago on his throwing arm, but indicated his status on returning hinges on how the arm heals. (ABC 7 News, DC)
RedHawk Senior Leaders: DANIEL RAUDABAUGH Jun 16, 2009
Brett Favre because he was a gunslinger and fun to watch and Troy Aikman ... "Playing football growing up, I always pretended to be ...": Brett Favre, Troy Aikman, Dan Marino because they were the best growing up. (Muredhawks.com)
NO-WIN SITUATIONS: Three guys in tough spots for '09 NFL season Jun 16, 2009
Brett Favre, Jim Caldwell, Ron Turner in no-win situations - John Mullin - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Richard DeitschMEDIA CIRCUS Jun 16, 2009
Fox Sports reporter Jay Glazer often refers to procuring stories as "scoopage," and over the past two years his reporting diligence has resulted in some major scoopage for his employers, from news of Brett Favre's trade to the Jets to obtaining a copy of the Patriots' Spygate videotape ... "Some people have criticized me for getting close [with players], but my job is to get the fans scoops and information and the real inside story, and that comes from relationships. ... My entire career has... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
NOTEBOOK Browns' WR will plead guilty to manslaughter Jun 16, 2009
FAVRE NONCOMMITAL: Brett Favre says he is considering coming out of retirement for a second time and the only team to which he has talked about a return is the Vikings. Favre appeared on HBO's "Joe Buck Live" in his first public appearance since retiring from the Jets in February. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
'Safe at Home' Jun 16, 2009
Football (maybe) news:Favre Says Return to Vikings Makes Perfect Sense"....Asked by Joe Buck if hes considering playing next year, Brett Favre 000015E4 said Maybe and smiled.I am considering it, he said.It makes perfect sense as far as coming back because I ran that offense for 16 years, he said. I can teach the offense.Favre said he [...] I just logged on...and thought I would surprise you with an OPEN THREAD this late (early?)...any way....blog..this is an open thread: I read this viewer email... (Fox News)
Favre says he's mulling return to NFL Jun 16, 2009
Three-time National Football League Most Valuable Player Brett Favre told a television interviewer that he is considering coming out of retirement for a second time. Favre, the subject of comeback rumours in recent weeks, said the Minnesota Vikings are the only team he has spoken to about a possible return. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Favre talks » Jun 16, 2009
Brett Favre finally talks about possible return, Vikings - ESPN ... Ed Werder On Brett Favre Conversation ... Ed Werder reports on Brett Favre's conversation with Joe BuckTags. (ESPN -- Football News)
MEDIA MUSINGS: Jay Glazer discusses Leinart, objectivity Jun 16, 2009
Fox Sports reporter Jay Glazer often refers to procuring stories as "scoopage," and over the past two years his reporting diligence has resulted in some major scoopage for his employers, from news of Brett Favre's trade to the Jets to obtaining a copy of the Patriots' Spygate videotape ... "Some people have criticized me for getting close [with players], but my job is to get the fans scoops and information and the real inside story, and that comes from relationships. ... My entire career has... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jets WRs insist they don't need Burress Jun 16, 2009
Stuckey was a favorite target for Brett Favre early last season and finished with 32 catches for 359 yards and three touchdowns. Clowney was impressive last preseason, but had one only catch in two regular-season games after missing several games with a shoulder injury. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Favre confirms interest in NFL return Jun 16, 2009
Brett Favre says he is considering playing again - NFL - SI.com ... Brett Favre appeared on the new HBO show "Joe Buck Live". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
MURPHY: Contador has been overlooked in favor of Armstrong Jun 16, 2009
Why Lance Armstrong, Brett Favre aren't big news anymore - Austin Murphy - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
What's a Skeet? Jun 16, 2009
That year, Skeet Reese was the Brett Favre of his sport. Once I knew AOY's don't bite either, I was very impressed. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Broadcaster Joe Buck Jun 16, 2009
Hours before his first live taping, Buck spoke to TIME about transitioning from the broadcast booth to the host's chair, the perks and pitfalls of the format, and how he intended to coax Brett Favre into revealing his future plans ... Your roster of guests for the first show includes retired quarterback Brett Favre. (Time.com)
Agent: Favre still retired; nothing new with Vikes Jun 6, 2009
Brett Favre reportedly met with Dr. James Andrews sometime in May to get clarification on a biceps injury that may require surgery ... He said: "I would think they would pull out all the stops if they want to get the guy. I think Brett Favre just brings a whole new ballgame to any ballclub. That's no reflection on the guys that are on their team at quarterback right now, but Brett's in a different league than most.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Kansas City's Icons: Dawson, Brett, Watson Jun 6, 2009
"Kansas City is lucky to have three icons like that who stayed in the community and became such a big part of the community,'' Royals manager Dayton Moore said.Every sports town has its icons, athletes who became intertwined with their communities, embodiments of their teams, entire regions; think of one, you can't help but think of the other.Big cities often have several iconic sports figures. New York has Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, Lou Gehrig, Yogi Berra, Derek Jeter - and that's... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Agent: Favre still retired, but won't rule out changing mind Jun 6, 2009
Brett Favre remains retired, as far as his agent is concerned ... He said: "I would think they would pull out all the stops if they want to get the guy. I think Brett Favre just brings a whole new ballgame to any ballclub. That's no reflection on the guys that are on their team at quarterback right now, but Brett's in a different league than most.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Favre's agent says quarterback is still retired Jun 6, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -Brett Favre remains retired, as far as his agent is concerned. Favre's longtime representative Bus Cook said Friday afternoon in an interview with The Associated Press that he is unaware of any pending change in Favre's plans. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NFL Notebook: Favre still retired -- for now Jun 6, 2009
Brett Favre remains retired, as far as his agent is concerned. Favre's longtime representative Bus Cook said yesterday that he is unaware of any pending change in Favre's plans. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Rodney Harrison Jun 5, 2009
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Follow The Leader Jun 5, 2009
Rodney Harrison provided Brett Favre a lesson in how to retire - Don Banks - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Toast of the town? Not during sports vacation Jun 5, 2009
Away from the diamond, I didn't watch much sports on TV. Yet, when Fran Tarkenton started lobbing verbal grenades at Brett Favre, I snapped to attention ... And I want to embrace the icon Brett Favre to come over here and play for my team. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
QB battles: Vikings, with Favre looming, top list Jun 4, 2009
Once 8-3, they went into a late-season tailspin, losing four of their last five as quarterback Brett Favre hit the wall. So the Jets put together a blockbuster deal to acquire USC's , a move that delighted relieved Jets fans. (CBS News)
Harrison -- I could have played Jun 4, 2009
-- Harrison said that Brett Favre should stop waffling so much on retirement. He thinks Favre should have retired as a Packer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jets NT Jenkins warms up quickly to new coach Jun 4, 2009
" Jenkins thrived in his first season with the Jets as a 3-4 nose tackle under Mangini until a back injury limited his production the last several games. That was also when Brett Favre struggled with an injury of his own and the Jets dropped four of their last five games and missed the playoffs, ultimately costing Mangini his job."The reality of the situation is that we did some great things and we had a skid at the end," Jenkins said. "Was it a bad deal. Yes. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Favre deadlines continue to come and go Jun 4, 2009
Brett Favre (Al Bello/Getty) ... At one time, a Brett Favre decision was seemingly urgent. (VikingUpdate.com)
Ronald Oswalt Jun 3, 2009
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7 Points: Lights Out For Merriman? Jun 2, 2009
Point 7: If Brett Favre doesn't jump into the mix, put your money on to be the starter in Minnesota ... Regardless of whether or not Jackson works hard, if Minnesota signs Brett Favre, don't be surprised to see Jackson looking for another team to play for in 2009 when the final cuts are made. (BearReport.com)
Tap 'er Light Jun 2, 2009
I pray that Brett Favre really does come out of re-retirement to play for the Vikings, and I pray that he plays well enough so his December interceptions prove costly. I pray that the Montana High School Association will ban the use of cowbells and any other noise-making device at prep softball games. (Montana Standard, MT)
MMQB: Stafford could be Lions' opening-day starter, more Jun 2, 2009
Matthew Stafford, Drew Brees, Matt Millen, more NFL notes - Peter King - SI.com. topperWidgetArea { border-top:0px; width: 998px; *width: 1000px; border-left: 1px solid #000; border-right: 1px solid #000; background: #fff; padding-bottom: 6px; } #topperWidgetArea a { display: block; cursor: pointer; } #topperWidgetArea. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
I'm glad it's not Kobe vs. LeBron Jun 2, 2009
John Madden built a career out of making everyone believe Brett Favre was somehow more incredible than Joe Montana and John Elway. The whole thing just seems worse in the NBA because there are more opportunities (games) for commentators Doug Collins and Jeff Van Gundy to gush about LeBron James or some other player. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Naked NASCAR truth: Junior sells apparel but has no clothes Jun 2, 2009
7:01 am June 2, 2009, by Mark Bradley. "It's not my fault, I swear! It's the dang car! Or my doofus cousin! Or this doggone camel!". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
