Brett Favre to retire

[JoDog]

This appears to be the real deal. It's being reported on Foxsports.com and MSNBC.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7870944?MSNHPHMA

"The most storied quarterback career in NFL history is coming to a close.

FOXSports.com has learned that legendary quarterback Brett Favre has decided to retire. In fact, it's believed he informed the Packers of his decision within the last few days, although it's unclear when Favre and the team will make his decision known.

So barring an unforeseen last-minute change of heart, Favre will leave the game after 17 years, during which he built himself into a household name and a figure synonymous with grit, toughness and perseverance.

Neither GM Ted Thompson nor head coach Mike McCarthy returned several calls left by FOXSports.com for confirmation."

[BuelahWitch]

1. I'm sure Congress will hold hearings on it

:P

[charlie and algernon]

2. espn.com has it too

Favre tells Packers he's retiring

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3276034



man, my brother will be heartbroken when he finds out. he's a HUGE packer's fan.

[Brewman_Jax]

3. Oh, no!

my friend's girlfriend will be so bummed. She actually is from Wisconsin and wears a Favre jersey. :( I don't think she'll be good company for the next few days until the shock wears off.