[137], Packers team president Mark Murphy met with Favre on July 30 in Hattiesburg, Miss. Nearly five months after his tearful retirement news conference in March, Favre filed for reinstatement with the NFL on Tuesday. Ultimately, the Packers traded Favre to the New York Jets, who he played one year for before retiring again. [71], In the regular-season finale of 2001, Favre was the target of minor controversy when, in a game against the New York Giants at Giants Stadium, he was sacked by the Giants defensive end Michael Strahan. [214][215][216] Significant injuries suffered by Favre during the streak includes a first-degree shoulder separation, deep thigh bruise, severely bruised left hip, severely sprained left ankle, wind knocked out coupled with coughing up blood, sprained right thumb, right elbow tendinitis, left mid-foot sprain, sprained lateral collateral ligament of the left knee, broken left thumb, softball-sized bruise of the left hamstring, mild concussion, sprained right hand, injured ulnar nerve of the right elbow, bone spurs on the left ankle, torn right biceps, pulled groin, stress fracture of the left ankle coupled with an avulsion fracture of calcaneus, and a sprained sternoclavicular joint of the right shoulder. [88] Also, during the 2004 post-season, he broke Dan Marino's record for consecutive games with at least one touchdown pass in the post season. Favre 4 to become sixth number retired by Packers", "Favre's No. Green Bay Packers [20], Favre was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the second round with the 33rd overall pick in the 1991 NFL Draft. [273] In one of the texts, Favre asks, "If you were to pay me is there anyway the media can find out where it came from and how much? "[126], On July 2, 2008, it was reported that Favre was in contact with the Packers about a possible return to the team. So I just had a debate with another Packer Fan on whether or not Favre retired as a Packer. [26][27] He only attempted four passes in his one season at Atlanta, was intercepted twice, and completed none of them. Both of his parents were schoolteachers in the Hancock County School District. 1:02. [39] During the season, Favre helped put together a six-game winning streak for the Packers, the longest winning streak for the club since 1965. He is of part French ancestry. [212], The Pro Football Hall of Fame has as an exhibit displaying the jersey Favre wore during his record-breaking 117th consecutive start as a quarterback, and a section of their website devoted to what the Hall of Fame calls an "Iron man". Favre [15], In his junior season, Favre led the Golden Eagles to an upset of #6 Florida State on September 2, 1989. Mike Tannenbaum: This time, Jets in better spot after trading for Packers great. [94] After the disappointing season, many speculated that Favre would retire. [111][112] He joined Peyton Manning and Tom Brady as the only quarterbacks in NFL history to do this, just the week after the two of them achieved the accomplishment. [231] The NFL stated that at the time it did not know of any other active players with grandchildren. [123], On March 4, 2008, Favre formally announced his retirement. [128] Packers general manager Ted Thompson announced he would not grant Favre an unconditional release[129] and reaffirmed the organization's commitment to Aaron Rodgers as its new quarterback. [37] However, down 2317 with 1:07 left in the game, the Packers started an offensive series on their own 8-yard line. The Packers lost the NFC Championship to the Dallas Cowboys, marking the third year in a row the Packers season was ended by the Cowboys in the playoffs. The record would continue after he left the Packers, reaching 297 games in the regular season. [110], On November 4, 2007, after the Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 3322, Favre became only the third quarterback to have defeated all 31 other current NFL teams. [13] McHale, observing Favre mostly hand the ball off in running plays in the two games he watched, was set on leaving when he suddenly saw Favre throw the ball in such a captivating way that he later described it by saying the ball "had smoke and flames coming off it". Favre's 90-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Donald Driver in the second quarter was the longest pass in Packers playoff history, and it extended Favre's NFL record for consecutive postseason games with a touchdown pass to 18. The Packers and Favre didn't have a clean exit (they planned to retire Favre's number in September of 2008 and even tried to pay Favre to stay retired), but "[83] After the game, he went to his father's funeral in Pass Christian, Mississippi. From one Packer-turned-Jet passer to another, Brett Favre thinks Aaron Rodgers will be just fine. Favre led the Packers to a 133 regular season record, the NFC North championship, and the second seed in the NFC playoffs. Brett During the game, Favre suffered a concussion. [174] On November 7, 2010, in a game against the Arizona Cardinals, Favre threw for a career-high 446 yards while rallying the Vikings from a 14-point fourth quarter deficit to win in overtime. He added the chances for a Super Bowl win were small, and that he was not up for the challenge. 13 to No. In 2008, Brett Favre announced his retirement from the Green Bay Packers. [241] He is also known to respond to requests made to his foundation regarding youth with serious illnesses such as cancer. Favre had rallied the team with a touchdown pass to wide receiver Antonio Freeman with 1:56 remaining in the game to put the Packers up 2723. [260] Former Governor Phil Bryant is also involved in the scandal. [257][258] According to the NFL, forensic analysis failed to prove Favre sent the objectionable photographs to Sterger. [130] Complicating matters was Favre's unique contract giving him the leverage to void any potential trade by not reporting to the camp of the team he might be traded to if the Packers elect to go that route. [261], On May 4, 2020, an audit in Favre's home state of Mississippi alleged that state's Department of Human Services misspent $94million intended for at-need residents, including $1.1million paid out to Favre's company for two speaking appearances he did not make. In addition, Favre completed an 81-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Antonio Freeman in the second quarter (then a Super Bowl record for longest touchdown catch). Brett Favre thinks Aaron Rodgers 'will do great' with New York Jets [232], Favre's mother, Bonita, helps manage his holdings in agriculture and real estate, handle his endorsements and appearances, and oversee his charity work. [132] Favre disputed the notion that he does not want to play for Green Bay and said that while he understands the organization has decided to move on, they should now allow him to do the same. [176] Favre missed the rest of the game and was replaced by Tarvaris Jackson, who helped lead the Vikings to victory despite throwing three interceptions.[177]. Brett Favre: Timeline of Favres Retirements in the NFL 4 officially retired. 1:41. Favre had been the subject of numerous trade rumors throughout the 2008 season. Packers [55][56] Amid an NFL investigation, he went public to avoid any rumors about his condition. 15. Favre was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the second round with the 33rd overall pick in the 1991 NFL Draft. [250][251][252], In 1996, Favre was temporarily banned by the NFL from drinking alcohol,[253] after he admitted he was addicted to Vicodin,[254] and spent 46 days at a drug rehab clinic before the start of the season. Packers fans were vexed when Green Bay traded Favre to the Jets in 2008 after that hall of fame quarterback unretired and the Packers had decided they would move on to Rodgers. [266][267][268] Favre was questioned by the FBI over the misappropriated funds. Favre then informed the Jets of his intention to retire, was cut in the offseason, then signed with the Minnesota Vikings, where he spent the final two years of his career. He had played for the team for 16 years, and was one of the most popular players in franchise history. [96], In the 2006 season, Favre suffered his first career shutout against the Chicago Bears in a 260 loss in Week 1. [172] An announcement was given on August 17, 2010, confirming his return to the team. April 24, 2023 6:02 pm ET. Favre won an ESPY Award for his Monday Night Football performance. [53] Favre also tied an NFL record by passing for at least two touchdowns in twelve consecutive games, a feat he accomplished over the 19941995 seasons. [19], Favre earned a teaching degree with an emphasis in special education from the University of Southern Mississippi. His dismal playoff record in the past decade couldn't be overlooked. quarterback Brett Favre formally announced his retirement Thursday April 24, 2023 6:02 pm ET. [31] Super Bowl XXXII was Favre's last appearance in a Super Bowl in his career, despite playing for another decade. Favre threw for 3,899 yards, a career-high 39 touchdown passes (third highest ever at the time), only 13 interceptions, and passer rating of 95.8 (the third highest of his career). Favre's role includes product ambassador, sports insights, and advising Sqor on business interests with teams, leagues and sports conferences. He threw for his 500th touchdown and 70,000th yard against the New York Jets. Prior to the Mississippi runoff election on June 24, 2014, Favre endorsed the incumbent Republican U.S. Brett Favre has received an unfair rap from the media and from his ex-fans. A decade before Aaron Rodgers was traded from the Packers to the Jets, Brett Favre did the same. Before Aaron Rodgers, there was Brett Favre, and the Green Bay Packers adored their treasured second-round draft pick. He also said his relationship with former backup [101] On December 31, 2006, the Packers played their last game of the season, winning 267 in the second game against the Chicago Bears. Mike Tannenbaum: This time, Jets in better spot after trading for Packers great. WebBrett Favre contract and salary cap details, full contract breakdowns, salaries, signing bonus, roster bonus, dead money, and valuations. [82] Afterwards, Favre said, "I knew that my dad would have wanted me to play. Brett Favre Jersey Retirement: Details, Comments, Reaction to Favre rushed for 12yards and another touchdown, as the Packers won Super Bowl XXXI over the New England Patriots, 3521. He did not receive medical clearance to re-enter the game. [184], Favre was the analyst for his alma mater, Southern Miss, when they played the Rice Owls on October 1, 2011. [106], Favre began the 2007 season trailing in a number of career NFL passing records. The Packers advanced to the NFC Championship Game after upsetting the San Francisco 49ers in the Divisional Round. [141] Favre's #4 jersey was finally retired in 2015. Favre started every Packers game from September 20, 1992, to January 20, 2008,[32] a streak of 253 games. Aaron Rodgers' final pass as a Packer was picked off (just like Brett Favre's) Cory Woodroof. During his 16 seasons with Green Bay, he led the team to 11 playoff appearances, seven division titles, four NFC Championship Games, two consecutive Super Bowl appearances, and one championship title in Super Bowl XXXI over the Drew Bledsoe-led New England Patriots, the team's first in nearly three decades. [164], Overall, Favre had a landmark season in which he surpassed former Vikings defensive end Jim Marshall for consecutive starts at one position, with 291,[165] and surpassed Dan Marino's previous record for four-touchdown games, and was named to his 11th Pro Bowl. [235], In 2012, Favre became the offensive coordinator for Oak Grove High School. He had completed at least one touchdown pass in 36 consecutive games over the 20022004 seasons which at the time was the second-longest streak in NFL history. 4 retired, [93] Favre elected to continue to play in the 2005 season. [43], The following season, Favre helped the Packers to their first playoff berth since 1982 and was named to his second Pro Bowl. [40] They ended 97 that season, missing the playoffs on their last game, a 277 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. [109] This was his 421st NFL touchdown pass, and set a new all-time record, surpassing Dan Marino's 420. Brett Lorenzo Favre (/frv/ (listen) FARV; born October 10, 1969) is an American former football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 20 seasons, primarily with the Green Bay Packers. Brett Favre Brett Favre He was previously asked in a 2009 interview with NBC how many times he had played with a concussion that with the new standards would have resulted in him sitting out. [161] In a Week 12 victory over the Chicago Bears, he passed for a season-high 392 yards and three touchdowns in the 3610 victory. By Week 12, the Jets had compiled an 83 record, including a 3413 win over the previously undefeated Tennessee Titans. [14], On July 14, 1990, before the start of Favre's senior year at Southern Miss, he was involved in a nearly fatal car accident. "All I kept asking [her] was 'Will I be able to play football again?'" [13] Southern Miss wanted him to play defensive back, but Favre wanted to play quarterback instead. Green Bay Packers Now, its Rodgers turn to leave the smallest market in the NFL for its biggest. [263] On October 12, 2021, the Mississippi State Auditor notified Favre that he could face a civil lawsuit if he did not pay the state $828,000. [68] Despite Brady and the Patriots surpassing the regular season mark for consecutive home victories, the combined regular season plus post season mark remains an NFL record for Favre since the Patriots had their combined regular and post season streak interrupted by a home playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens on January 10, 2010. His 2009 campaign for the Vikings saw him guide them to a division title and NFC Championship Game appearance, while having one of his strongest statistical seasons. Favre, despite suffering a hangover from the night before and vomiting during warm-ups, led the Golden Eagles to a come-from-behind victory with two touchdown passes. [154], After an offseason of speculation, Favre officially signed with the Minnesota Vikings on August 18, 2009. It was Strahan's lone sack of the game and gave him the NFL's singleseason sack record of 22.5, which topped Mark Gastineau's record of 22 set in 1984. She claims he signed a one day contact with them so [95] However, on April 26, 2006, Favre announced that he would remain with the team for the 2006 season. [145] In Week 4, he threw six touchdowns against the Arizona Cardinals, a personal best and one shy of the NFL record for a single game. He enjoyed the guys, the locker room, the process, all of those things. It was only after one of his brothers smashed a car window with a golf club that Favre could be evacuated and rushed to the hospital. [33], In the second game of the 1992 season, the Packers played the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Brett Favre Contract Breakdowns, Salary Cap Figures, Salaries, Favre has received several awards[188] including: Favre owns several NFL records including, but not limited to:[66][74][77][78][89][188][197][198], Favre owns a number of team records with the Packers, Vikings, and Jets, including having printed his name into almost every passing category in the annals of Green Bay Packers history.