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Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Boring off season? There is a lot of anger about Madden loving Favre and other media sources doing the same, but it shouldn't generate hate toward him. He isn't causing it. If you look at how he dresses at press conferences it's pretty clear he isn't going after attention. He likes having fun and winning. They must be the types that crash parties because they don't like others having fun.

Let me get this straight; the people who see Favre for what he is are those bastards who crash parties and are a bunch of fun haters? Wow. My condolences to your brain. I've never seen such an eloquent comparison of apples to airplanes.

OK genius what is he? This outta be good. Let me grab some popcorn.

 

[bbuster]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Translation: Gee whiz I have no basis to retort the obvious, so I'll just ridicule those who aren't fooled by what is going on into not opening and participating in these threads.

I didn't bother responding to your OPINION, because there is no point. I have no interest in arguing when it comes to opinions because it's a no win situation. My comments weren't reserved for you alone. It happens in every Favre thread and that is a comment based on fact, rather than opinion.

 

[sho nuff]

Don't you think that when anyone has been in the league for as many years as Favre has that they think about retirement after every season. It's a punishing game...of course you're going to be trying to figure out whether you can do it again or not. The only reason why this is such a big deal is because it's Favre. He made a mistake. He's entitled. He's not the first...won't be the last.

Oh bull****. If it is not obvious to you already, all this is a bunch of "Ted Thompson doesn't kiss my kiester enough" boohooing, apparently for the last couple years. It's no longer just his agent saying that; now they have quotes from friends and family members echoing that:

Al Jones, a Favre friend who writes for the Biloxi (Miss.) Sun Herald, had this to say when the comeback rumors came out last week."It all comes down to Ted Thompson," Jones told WTMJ Radio. "The main thing is the man has shown no respect to perhaps the greatest quarterback in their franchise history. Brett's a little disappointed. He feels like he can still play. He knows he can still play."

“He has felt like that for the last couple of years, that the Packers didn’t really want him back,” his mother, Bonita Favre, told Milwaukee TV station WITI after it was reported Wednesday that Favre was getting the itch to play again. “But nothing has been said. You know it has just been bits and pieces throughout the last couple of years, things that would come up, and it just didn’t seem like they went out of their way to keep him. It was kind of like, ‘You’re done.’”

With all due respect to his accomplishments, it may be endearing that Favre is a big kid on the field, but he is a Class A Crybaby off of it. All this 'tortured soul' BS he has gone on and on about for years is a bunch of hogwash; he merely publicizes retirement drama every time he isn't being sufficiently worshipped.

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Same reason every media source whines about talking about Favre...by talking about him more.These stories get bigger because of who it is about...because it will get talked about it...because the stories will be watched...because they will be read.If it was about Chad Clifton...you would hear none of this.

 

[sho nuff]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Boring off season? There is a lot of anger about Madden loving Favre and other media sources doing the same, but it shouldn't generate hate toward him. He isn't causing it. If you look at how he dresses at press conferences it's pretty clear he isn't going after attention. He likes having fun and winning. They must be the types that crash parties because they don't like others having fun.

Let me get this straight; the people who see Favre for what he is are those bastards who crash parties and are a bunch of fun haters? Wow. My condolences to your brain. I've never seen such an eloquent comparison of apples to airplanes.

The people who claim to know what Favre is all about are generally haters given their reactions...when you are on the side of beergoggles...you might have a problem.

 

[burd]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Translation: Gee whiz I have no basis to retort the obvious, so I'll just ridicule those who aren't fooled by what is going on into not opening and participating in these threads.

I didn't bother responding to your OPINION, because there is no point. I have no interest in arguing when it comes to opinions because it's a no win situation. My comments weren't reserved for you alone. It happens in every Favre thread and that is a comment based on fact, rather than opinion.

as much as people say they're sick of this story, everyone who comes to this site knows that how this story finally ends up can potentially have a huge impact for FFers. I own Favre and im on the edge of my seat hoping he comes back for another year. Even if you don't already own favre ... him coming back greatly affects drafts because you know he'll be on the field earning points for someone. I mean, he's of much greater importance than a Cedric Benson or Kevin Jones type that will have to fight to get carries. You know w/ Favre that you're getting a legit every week starter that doesn't go down to injury. As far as FF goes ...there is no bigger story right now.

 

[BigJim®]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Translation: Gee whiz I have no basis to retort the obvious, so I'll just ridicule those who aren't fooled by what is going on into not opening and participating in these threads.

I didn't bother responding to your OPINION, because there is no point. I have no interest in arguing when it comes to opinions because it's a no win situation. My comments weren't reserved for you alone. It happens in every Favre thread and that is a comment based on fact, rather than opinion.

So wait now... just so I'm clear: You are calling my take an "opinion" rather than fact because Favre's mom is a liar?

 

[bcr8f]

as much as people say they're sick of this story, everyone who comes to this site knows that how this story finally ends up can potentially have a huge impact for FFers. I own Favre and im on the edge of my seat hoping he comes back for another year. Even if you don't already own favre ... him coming back greatly affects drafts because you know he'll be on the field earning points for someone. I mean, he's of much greater importance than a Cedric Benson or Kevin Jones type that will have to fight to get carries. You know w/ Favre that you're getting a legit every week starter that doesn't go down to injury. As far as FF goes ...there is no bigger story right now.

That's right. I picked him up for a dollar in several leagues and people laughed. If he goes to Tampa or stays in Green Bay he would boost several player values. I wish people could debate how he would impact fantasy if he does play rather than attack. That said where would he go? If he had decided this months ago he could go several places, now most teams are set.He could go to Atlanta or Miami but they aren't playoff teams. I like Tampa. I don't think he can handle the extreme cold anymore.

 

[BigJim®]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Boring off season? There is a lot of anger about Madden loving Favre and other media sources doing the same, but it shouldn't generate hate toward him. He isn't causing it. If you look at how he dresses at press conferences it's pretty clear he isn't going after attention. He likes having fun and winning. They must be the types that crash parties because they don't like others having fun.

Let me get this straight; the people who see Favre for what he is are those bastards who crash parties and are a bunch of fun haters? Wow. My condolences to your brain. I've never seen such an eloquent comparison of apples to airplanes.

The people who claim to know what Favre is all about are generally haters given their reactions...when you are on the side of beergoggles...you might have a problem.

Don't get me wrong. I was somewhat relieved to merely be compared to a fun-hating party crasher. I know the stakes can get pretty high when you try to debate things with one of Favre's ball polishers. I expected to be compared to a terrorist or worse. That's how these people think. I'll respectfully disagree that people who are tired of Favre's act are "generally haters." It's ridiculous to think that can be thrown out as some sort of trump card.

 

[sho nuff]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Boring off season? There is a lot of anger about Madden loving Favre and other media sources doing the same, but it shouldn't generate hate toward him. He isn't causing it. If you look at how he dresses at press conferences it's pretty clear he isn't going after attention. He likes having fun and winning. They must be the types that crash parties because they don't like others having fun.

Let me get this straight; the people who see Favre for what he is are those bastards who crash parties and are a bunch of fun haters? Wow. My condolences to your brain. I've never seen such an eloquent comparison of apples to airplanes.

The people who claim to know what Favre is all about are generally haters given their reactions...when you are on the side of beergoggles...you might have a problem.

Don't get me wrong. I was somewhat relieved to merely be compared to a fun-hating party crasher. I know the stakes can get pretty high when you try to debate things with one of Favre's ball polishers. I expected to be compared to a terrorist or worse. That's how these people think. I'll respectfully disagree that people who are tired of Favre's act are "generally haters." It's ridiculous to think that can be thrown out as some sort of trump card.

There is a difference between being tired of some supposed "act" and claiming you know what Favre is about. That is where the line gets drawn a bit IMO.Though...I guess its the same as you trying to call anyone a Favre ball polisher huh?

 

[Beergogglz]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Boring off season? There is a lot of anger about Madden loving Favre and other media sources doing the same, but it shouldn't generate hate toward him. He isn't causing it. If you look at how he dresses at press conferences it's pretty clear he isn't going after attention. He likes having fun and winning. They must be the types that crash parties because they don't like others having fun.

Let me get this straight; the people who see Favre for what he is are those bastards who crash parties and are a bunch of fun haters? Wow. My condolences to your brain. I've never seen such an eloquent comparison of apples to airplanes.

The people who claim to know what Favre is all about are generally haters given their reactions...when you are on the side of beergoggles...you might have a problem.

I'm so very amused at how some here take the dissenting opinions about their hero Favre to heart.....

 

[bcr8f]

I'm so very amused at how some here take the dissenting opinions about their hero Favre to heart.....

That's like saying Rush Limbaugh just expresses dissenting opinions.

 

[BigJim®]

Though...I guess its the same as you trying to call anyone a Favre ball polisher huh?

Actually it is not. I haven't claimed that unyielding Favre adorers are "generally apologists." First, I wouldn't do that because that's lazy. Second, I've found Favre apologists to be a very narrow segment of the population, and that segment is thinning on a daily basis, FYI. Basically, it's comprised of a minority of Packer fans who want 1 last hurrah. That mindset, I can empathize with. What's surprising to me is that population won't concede it is possible to both hope that Favre comes back and be tired of this annual drama routine. Some refuse to even admit this is an annual routine, which is mind boggling. It's a 'media conspiracy.' They'd prefer to make up justifications why Favre is in constantly contemplating retirement even while Favre's own mother is being quoted publically with the real story.

 

[pollardsvision]

i don't get why everyone's making this out to be like favre's trying to bully the organization or hold them hostage.

none of us really know what current situation is, but it doesn't sound like favre is demanding that he start for the GB packers this year.

a couple of months ago, he retired and it sounds like that's what many on the organization wanted him to do.

now, it sounds like he'd like to play this year. the nerve of that *******. he's probably the first professional athlete that had trouble walking away from the game.

if the packers don't want him, it sounds like he'd like a chance to play somewhere else.

i'm not sure what harm favre is doing to the organization here.

if they are smart, he's giving them a chance to make another title run.

otherwise, at worst, it gives them a chance to add value to the organization via a trade.

either way, it gives them options.

the only problem is that it sounds like this is forcing thompson to make a decision. if that's such a huge problem, then they need to find a GM with some cajones. sounds like he was hoping the decision was taken out of his hands. that's what weak leaders hope for. strong leaders like options.

oh, and who cares about aaron rodgers' feelings. some of you on here make it out like he's the first QB to ever be blocked by a veteran. if the packers want rodgers starting, he'll start. otherwise, he'll join a long line of guys who made millions of dollars to backup for one more year. boo freakin' hoo. it's not like it's a job he's ever really earned anyway.

btw, this talk of walking away on top and not hanging around too long is hogwash. often, i respect players more for hanging around too long. they love what they do and i'll never criticize a guy for wanting to do it longer than others think he should. if i was lucky enough to be an NFL player, they'd have to drag me kicking and screaming away from the game. i certainly wouldn't care if some pantywaste fans thought i ought to hang it up.

 

[sho nuff]

Why are Favre threads always filled with the guys who complain about the media circus surrounding Favre. They talk about being tired of hearing about him...and yet they always come to the threads.

Boring off season? There is a lot of anger about Madden loving Favre and other media sources doing the same, but it shouldn't generate hate toward him. He isn't causing it. If you look at how he dresses at press conferences it's pretty clear he isn't going after attention. He likes having fun and winning. They must be the types that crash parties because they don't like others having fun.

Let me get this straight; the people who see Favre for what he is are those bastards who crash parties and are a bunch of fun haters? Wow. My condolences to your brain. I've never seen such an eloquent comparison of apples to airplanes.

The people who claim to know what Favre is all about are generally haters given their reactions...when you are on the side of beergoggles...you might have a problem.

I'm so very amused at how some here take the dissenting opinions about their hero Favre to heart.....

Im so very amused that you are in such denial of your past and present remarks regarding Brett Favre.

 

[sho nuff]

Though...I guess its the same as you trying to call anyone a Favre ball polisher huh?

Actually it is not. I haven't claimed that unyielding Favre adorers are "generally apologists." First, I wouldn't do that because that's lazy. Second, I've found Favre apologists to be a very narrow segment of the population, and that segment is thinning on a daily basis, FYI. Basically, it's comprised of a minority of Packer fans who want 1 last hurrah. That mindset, I can empathize with. What's surprising to me is that population won't concede it is possible to both hope that Favre comes back and be tired of this annual drama routine. Some refuse to even admit this is an annual routine, which is mind boggling. It's a 'media conspiracy.' They'd prefer to make up justifications why Favre is in constantly contemplating retirement even while Favre's own mother is being quoted publically with the real story.

Funny...as some here would put me in this category of yours...yet I don't want one last hurrah (and its not that much of a minority actually).I concede it is possible to think that. What I find ridiculous is the utter hate towards a guy and the lies it creates...people claiming he has done this and drawn it out so long every year...when in only one year did it ever make it past about SB week...and the team knew before the draft.Claims that he took pictures with his Oline after the last game more than once...it happened once at the request of the Oline.That he called a press conference to announce nothing...he called that press conference for his golf tourney every single year.I do refuse to admit its some annual drama routine.He contemplated retirement for a few years...but it was generally always decided before the full season was over.Favre's mother is stating the last year or so (and I think alot of this was around Moss) that he does not feel Thompson has done enough. Though...is that the full on real reason why he was contemplating it? Not at all. Age, tiredness, not wanting to go through camp, living up to being the go to guy all the time, even during the week after a win that he never got to focus on that feeling and just had to move on to the next game right away....Hist mother's quote tells part of the story...not the whole story...if anyone believes it was all about that...they are a grade A idiot and need some psychiatric help. Just like anyone who believes TT was ever going to go after Randy Moss this offseason or that he even should have.

 

[bcr8f]

Kids To McCarthy: What About Favre?

Packers players James Jones, Brandon Jackson and Jason Spitz spent some time playing dodgeball with kids on Tuesday as part of the team's ongoing "Tailgate Tour."

Today, coach Mike McCarthy, who is back from vacation, played his own form of dodgeball with some kids who fired Brett Favre comeback questions at him during an appearance at the Boys & Girls Club.

Here is the mildly entertaining transcript, courtesy of intrepid Press-Gazette intern Vanessa Miranda ...

Kid: Is Brett Favre coming back?

McCarthy: These are things that we'll get to on a later date.

Kid: How well do you think the Packers will do without Brett Favre?

McCarthy: We're going to be a good football team regardless of what happens. It's a football team that has worked very hard since the end of last season. The team has done a great job of improving. We have a big training camp coming up and that's always a big part of our preparation.

Kid: Who is going to be the new QB for the Packers?

McCarthy: I'll tell you what. Maybe the media didn't have to come here today after all.

Kid: Why did Brett Favre quit?

Another Kid: He didn't actually quit. (laughter)

Kid: How old is Brett Favre?

McCarthy: He's 38.

Asked about Favre by reporters after his session with kids, McCarthy declined further comment.

-- Tom Pelissero, tpelisse@greenbaypressgazette.com