Brett Favre: The Saga Continues?

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Is Favre really just interested in trying to stick it to his former team for outing him during his first return from retirement campaign? I’m a big fan of Brett’s and I don’t believe he’s tarnished his legacy to this point. I truly believe the guy loves the game and wants to play, but the only reason to play is to take care of unfinished business.

Minnesota has a lot of tools, but I’m not completely sold on the fact that they only need a quarterback to reach the Super Bowl. I also don’t believe that Favre is a 22-interception kind of  quarterback—he’s better than that. His presence would be an upgrade under center for the Vikings.

Unlike what many others may be saying, I think Favre can still play. But I think he should only comeback for two reasons—one, if he’s truly committed to trying to win another championship (and that only, no revenge) and two, that the Vikings are truly committed to trying to win with Favre.

I think this was a big mistake made by the Jets last season and one of the reasons Favre struggled. The Jets wanted Favre, but they were not completely committed to him. The offense in New York was never geared toward Brett’s style, nor was the play-calling. If the Vikings take the same route, they too will not succeed.

Brett does not need to be the featured role, but the offense and many of its skilled players should compliment this quarterback’s talents. Fortunately with Berrian, Harvin, and Rice (if he can elevate his game), this bunch fits and could potentially become a formidable receiving corp for the golden boys’ golden arm.

All-day (Peterson) should and will remain the first option, but why entertain the idea of Favre, if he’s not going to throw the pill? If he decides to play and he can, let him play.

The last obstacle…

This is all great watercooler conversation, but it comes down to one thing, the arm. If Favre is not healed and major surgery is required, by the time camps start we’re talking about Jackson and Rosenfels in Minnesota. There are reports indicating something could be happening, one thing for certain is this summer will be interesting and—once again—we'll be waiting on Favre!

Written by David Ortega

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