After an illustrious career that will certainly result in his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre has decided to retire.
The news was first reported this morning by FoxSports.com's Jay Glazer, who said that Favre informed the Packers of his decision over the past couple of days. In recent years, Favre has taken time after the season before deciding whether he would return. Coming off one of his most successful seasons in years, you had to think Favre might make one more run at a Super Bowl.
In the end, though, I don't think he had the desire to go through another emotional season. I'm sure this will be a sad day for Packers fans across the nation, but it should also be a day of celebration.
Favre became one of the most iconic players in the storied franchise's history. His devil-may-care approach made him one of the most beloved players in all of professional sports. A generation of kids have grown up pretending to be Brett Favre. And as far as heroes go, you could do a lot worse.
Favre threw for 4,155 yards and 28 touchdowns in 2007. He might not go out on top, but he was pretty close to it. He wasn't without flaws, having admitted his addiction to painkillers early in his career. But those flaws made him seen even more human.
Favre had childlike qualities that helped endear him to fans of all ages. NFL Films has captured some of his best moments on the sideline. Watching him antagonize Mike Holmgren and his assistants is highly entertaining.
Stay with us throughout the day for more news on Favre's decision. I'm still not quite ready to believe he's actually walking away.
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