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November 2008
- Jets Beat Patriots in OT, Take Over First Place
  
  Associated Press | Nov 13, 08 11:03 PM CST
  
  (AP) - The New York Jets stand alone atop the tight AFC East standings, barely. Jay Feely kicked a 34-yard field goal on the first series of overtime to beat New England 34-31. Feely's kick came after the Patriots had tied the game on Matt Cassel's pass to Randy Moss with one second left in regulation. The win broke a tie for the division lead and gave the visiting Jets (7-3) sole possession of first place for the first time since 2001. More »
September 2008
- Favre Solid in 20-14 Win Over Dolphins
  
  Newsday | Sep 7, 08 6:18 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Brett Favre debuted in style with the New York Jets today and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees gave storm-weary fans something to celebrate—but New England Patriots' QB Tom Brady hobbled off the field in pain: The recently unretired Favre led the Jets to a 20-14 win over the Miami Dolphins, finishing 15-for-22 for 194 yards and two touchdowns, Newsday reports. More »
August 2008
- Favre: I'm Here to Win
  
  Associated Press | Aug 7, 08 7:00 PM CDT
  
  (AP) - Brett Favre held up his new jersey this evening, one with a Jets logo instead of the familar green and gold of Green Bay. "To a certain degree, I don't know what I'm getting into," said Favre, making his first public statements since being traded to New York. "The last 24 hours have been crazy." But he said he will be distracted neither by the drama nor the glitz of New York. "I'm here for one reason. Not to do commercials, Broadway, all those things. I'm here to help the Jets win." More »
- Trade Short of Super for Favre
  
  ESPN | Aug 7, 08 1:10 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Brett Favre's trade to the New York Jets "is a thumbs down for the surefire Hall of Fame quarterback," John Clayton writes on ESPN.com. Favre might’ve had a shot at returning to the Super Bowl by staying with Green Bay or going to Minnesota or Tampa Bay. But stuck behind the New England Patriots, “he can think only of wild-card playoff berths.” More »
- Echoes of Namath for Brett the Jet
  
  New York Daily News | Aug 7, 08 10:01 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - The trade for Brett Favre is a coup unequalled for the New York Jets since landing Joe Namath, the charismatic quarterback who led them to their only Super Bowl title in 1969, the Daily News reports. An unlikely destination in the monthlong where-will-he-play drama, New York sealed the deal late yesterday, sending a draft pick potentially as high as the first round to Green Bay. More »
- Packers Trade Favre to Jets for Draft Pick
  
  msn.foxsports.com | Aug 6, 08 11:32 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Brett Favre will be playing for the New York Jets this year, FOX Sports reports. The Green Bay Packers agreed to trade their longtime QB, who came out of retirement and set off a monthlong drama about where he'd play next. The Jets will reportedly give up a single draft pick, the value of which will depend on how they finish the season. More »
- From Green Bay to Tampa Bay?
  
  Tampa Tribune | Aug 6, 08 3:01 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - With negotiations with Green Bay at an impasse, it looks as if Brett Favre is headed out of town—and his destination might well be Florida, according ot the Tampa Tribune . The quarterback claimed last week not to be interested in talking to teams outside his old division, but a source says Favre has spoken with the Buccaneers. More »
- Favre Huddles With Packers Coach
  
  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Aug 5, 08 2:52 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Packers coach Mike McCarthy talked with once (and future?) quarterback Brett Favre last night in a meeting that stretched five hours. The marathon chat pre-empted scheduled sessions with other players and the media, but close to midnight Favre's future with Green Bay was still unclear, reports the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel. More »
- Green Bay, Uncertain Future Await Reinstated Favre
  
  ESPN | Aug 3, 08 2:32 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - On-again-off-again NFL retiree Brett Favre will report to Packers camp tomorrow, when the team is expected to decide whether to welcome him back, trade him, or pay him to go away, ESPN reports. The NFL will reinstate the indecisive QB, who will go on Green Bay's active roster, but commissioner Roger Goodell has washed his hands of the situation: "I'm not interjecting myself into it," he said. More »
- Green Bay Split on Favre Question
  
  USA Today | Aug 1, 08 6:08 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - In Green Bay, sides are being chosen, rival camps established. While some fans circulate petitions calling for the team to re-embrace the newly un-retired Brett Favre, 38, as starting quarterback, others wish he would step aside. The only consensus in town seems to be that people are tired of the drama and uncertainty, writes USA Today. More »
July 2008
- Packers Offer Favre $20M to Stay Home
  
  ESPN | Jul 31, 08 8:12 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - The Packers are desperate to keep Brett Favre retired and they’re willing to pay handsomely for the privilege, ESPN reports. Packers president Mark Murphy met with the quarterback yesterday and reportedly offered him roughly $20 million over several years to stay retired. Murphy would say only that he’d had a “nice visit,” and discussed “Brett’s long-term relationship with the Packers.” More »
- Packers Beg Favre to Stay Home
  
  Green Bay Press-Gazette | Jul 30, 08 11:38 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Packers President Mark Murphy is flying to Mississippi in a last ditch attempt to convince Brett Favre to stay retired, or at least avoid training camp, the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports. “They’re asking him not to come,” a source said. “They don’t want him up there.” If Favre does show up, only unappealing options remain for the Packers. More »
- Packers to Favre: No Go
  
  Associated Press | Jul 13, 08 10:27 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Green Bay won't be releasing retired quarterback Brett Favre from his contract as he has requested, and aren't promising to start him if he rejoins the team, AP reports. "This is a hot-button issue that surpasses anything I've ever gone through," says Packers GM Ted Thompson. Favre had the chance to return weeks ago, but didn't take it. More »
- 10 Possible Teams for Favre
  
  USA Today | Jul 12, 08 11:30 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - The maybe-not-as-retired-as-we-thought Brett Favre has asked the Green Bay Packers to release him from his contract so he can play elsewhere. It's far from certain the Packers will agree, but USA Today runs down 10 places he could go: Baltimore Ravens: Favre's agent has placed players there before. Buffalo Bills: Wintry weather? Fervent fans? Sounds like home. Carolina Panthers: If Delhomme falters, Favre could step in. More »
- Sources: Retired Favre Itching to Play ... Again
  
  ESPN | Jul 3, 08 12:07 PM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Though Brett Favre referred to recent rumblings as "all rumor," multiple sources close to the retired QB say the Green Bay legend has "got the itch" to play again, reports ESPN. His brother, who noted that Favre has been working out, put a return at "50-50." Wisconsin-based news outlets, citing an NFL source, are reporting that Favre has asked for his release from the Packers. More »
April 2008
- Favre Would Help Packers if Needed
  
  Associated Press | Apr 10, 08
  
  If the Green Bay Packers are ravaged by injuries this season, Brett Favre might consider returning should the team reach out to him. "It would be hard to pass up, I guess," he told the Biloxi (Miss.) Sun Herald. "But three months from now, say that presents itself, I may say, you know what, I'm so glad I made that decision. I'm feel very comfortable in what I'm doing and my decision.
March 2008
- Brett Favre - Best Ever QB? Look Beyond the Stats. The Answer Is Yes
  
  ihavenet.com | Mar 8, 08
  
  This week Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre formally announced his retirement. And with that started the Great Debate -- Who is the NFL's best quarterback of all time?Granted it's a great debate -- Brady, Manning, Montana, Elway, Marino, Bradshaw, Tarkenton, Unitas, Graham, Baugh, Starr, Title. I'm sure I missed one. Who do you pick ... as number 2?
- Favre Will Retire: Reports
  
  Fox News | Mar 4, 08 9:38 AM CST
  
  (Newser) - Brett Favre is retiring, Fox Sports reports, capping a gritty 17-year career that saw the Green Bay Packers return to the NFL's elite. The three-time MVP has often reversed course on retirement in the past, but his agent confirmed the report for ESPN, saying the quarterback notified the team last night. His brother Scott confirmed the news to the Biloxi Sun Herald. More »
January 2008

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Jets Beat Patriots in OT, Take Over First Place

Favre Solid in 20-14 Win Over Dolphins

Favre: I'm Here to Win

Trade Short of Super for Favre

Echoes of Namath for Brett the Jet

Packers Trade Favre to Jets for Draft Pick

From Green Bay to Tampa Bay?

Favre Huddles With Packers Coach

Green Bay, Uncertain Future Await Reinstated Favre

Green Bay Split on Favre Question

Packers Offer Favre $20M to Stay Home

Packers Beg Favre to Stay Home

Packers to Favre: No Go

10 Possible Teams for Favre

Sources: Retired Favre Itching to Play ... Again

Favre Would Help Packers if Needed

Brett Favre - Best Ever QB? Look Beyond the Stats. The Answer Is Yes

Favre Will Retire: Reports