Aaron Rodgers vs. Brett Favre: Will Packers or Vikings Miss Star QB More?

With the news that both Aaron Rodgers and Brett Favre will be missing games this week, the question being raised is which team will miss its starting signal-caller more.

Brett Favre's streak of 297 consecutive starts was broken last week, so the drama about his streak continuing is gone. But just how much will the Vikings miss the Hall-of-Famer?

Aaron Rodgers' starting streak didn't even last three seasons. The Packers signal-caller will miss this week while struggling with a concussion. How much will the Packers miss his leadership and play-making?

Read on to find out which of these NFC North rivals will miss their starting quarterback more, and let us know what you think.

5. Vikings: Tarvaris Jackson Is Out Too

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MINNEAPOLIS - SEPTEMBER 2: Joe Webb #14 of the Minnesota Vikings passes the ball during warmups prior to an NFL preseason game against the Denver Broncos at the Mall of America Field at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, on September 2, 2010 in Minneapolis, M

The Vikings will miss Brett Favre more because they are now forced to go with rookie Joe Webb  after backup Tarvaris Jackson was placed on injured reserve with a toe injury. Webb will be making his first career start.

While the Vikings do like Webb, there is a huge difference between a rookie quarterback and a Hall-of-Fame quarterback.

5. Packers: Big Drop Off From Rodgers To Flynn

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GREEN BAY, WI - AUGUST 03: Aaron Rodgers #12 and Matt Flynn #10 of the Green Bay Packers drop back to pass during practice at summer training camp on August 3, 2009 at the Ray Nitschke Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Green Bay's backup quarterback Matt Flynn may have been in the league for three years, but he has just 46 career passes and no career starts. He has also yet to throw a touchdown pass.

It's not like Aaron Rodgers has ten years of experience as a starter, but during his three years he has been fantastic for Green Bay. There is a huge drop off from Rogers to Flynn, who hasn't started since he won the BCS Championship with LSU.

4. Vikings: Favre Is Better Than Almost Anyone Else in the Elements

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SEATTLE - NOVEMBER 27: Quarterback Brett Favre #4 of the Green Bay Packers rolls out against the Seattle Seahawks on November 27, 2006 at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks defeated the Packers 34-24. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Brett Favre's record in cold weather games is legendary. While he may have dropped off in recent years, he started his career 43-5 in home games with the temperature below 34 degrees.

Now, I understand that doesn't tell the whole story about Favre's performance in cold weather games, but no one in the league has more experience than Favre in these games.

When the Bears take on the Vikings on Monday night it is very likely that they will be playing outside at the University of Minnesota instead of the friendly confines of the Metrodome.

4. Packers: Rodgers Second Concussion Of The Year

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DETROIT - DECEMBER 12: Andrew Quarless #81 and Tom Crabtree #83 of the Green Bay Packers helps Aaron Rogers #12 of the Green Bay Packers up during the second quarter of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 12, 2010 in Detroit, Mich

This latest concussion is the second time Aaron Rodgers has been concussed during a loss this season. It happened earlier this season against Washington in an overtime loss to the Redskins.

The Packers are going to miss Rodgers because of how detrimental a second concussion can be, especially when they happen in the same season.

3. Vikings: Easier Game Than The Packers

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CHICAGO, IL - DECEMBER 12: Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears tries to avoid Eric Moore #98 and Gerard Warren #92 of the New England Patriots at Soldier Field on December 12, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Patriots defeated the Bears 36-7. (Photo by Jon

The Packers would probably have a difficult time this week whether Aaron Rodgers was playing or not. They are playing the Patriots in New England. Even with Rodgers it is unlikely that they would win this one. With Flynn there is no chance.

If Favre was playing for the Vikings this week, they would have a legitimate chance to beat the Bears. However, now that Minnesota will be relying on Joe Webb it seems unlikely that the Vikings will be able to get past the Bears.

3. Packers: Yet Another Injury To Deal With

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LANDOVER, MD - OCTOBER 10: Tight end Jermichael Finley #88 of the Green Bay Packers leaves the game on a cart after injuring his knee against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on October 10, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. The Redskins won the game in ov

The Packers have been decimated by injuries this year. Offensive weapons Jermichael Finley and Ryan Grant have both been placed on injured reserve this year. The injury to Rodgers is just the latest for the Packers to deal with.

Without Rodgers, the Packers are missing the glue that has been holding the team together. Now they go from a decent offense to a bad offense.

2. Vikings: Peterson Banged Up, Need a Playmaker

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 05: Adrian Peterson #28 of the Minnesota Vikings rushes against the Buffalo Bills at the Mall of America Field at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on December 5, 2010 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Imag

The Vikings' All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson has been battling ankle and knee injuries all week. He is questionable for the Monday night game, but he is expected to play. However, with Peterson banged up the Vikings could really use a known commodity at quarterback that can make plays.

Brett Favre provides that. Now that he is out, they will have to hope that Peterson is healthy enough to carry the load against a great run defense.

2. Packers: No Reliable Running Game

When the Packers' Ryan Grant got injured in Week 1, any running game the Packers thought they had suddenly disappeared. 

Backup running back Brandon Jackson hasn't lived up to the hype. Many thought he could be a solid replacement for Grant. But Jackson has managed just over 500 yards. Aaron Rodgers has been the best running option for the Packers so far this year. He leads the team in rushing touchdowns and yards per carry.

1. Vikings: Need Favre In Order to Play Spoiler

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DETROIT - DECEMBER 13: Quarterback Brett Favre #4 of the Minnesota Vikings watches the action during the game against the New York Giants at Ford Field on December 13, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. The Giants defeated the Vikings 21-3. (Photo by Leon Halip/G

The Vikings are out of the playoff picture in the NFC, but they can still have a large impact on the role they play in who gets into the playoffs. However, their best bet to play spoilers comes this week against the Bears.

Without Favre, though, it looks like the Vikings are going to miss the opportunity to knock the Bears back a game.

1. Packers: Fighting For the Playoffs

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DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 12: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers throws a second quarter pass while playing the Detroit Lions on December 12, 2010 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

The biggest reason the Packers will miss Aaron Rodgers is that they are still fighting for a playoff sport, and he gives them their best chance of sneaking into the playoffs.

Without Roders, the Packers are a below average offense with a solid defense. With Rodgers they always have a chance of winning.

With Rodgers out this week it looks like the Packers playoff chances are just about out as well.

Conclusion: Who Misses Their QB More?

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MINNEAPOLIS - OCTOBER 05: Quarterback Brett Favre #4 of the Minnesota Vikings hugs Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers following the Vikings victory over the Packers on October 5, 2009 at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (P

The Packers will miss Aaron Rodgers more than the Vikings will miss Brett Favre for the simple reason that they still have a slim chance at the playoffs and they need a win this week to get there. Rodgers gives this team its best chance against New England.

Without him, they don't stand a chance.