Favre is one of, if not arguably the greatest NFL quarterback of all time. He's accomplished everything you can possibly think of in the league, yet he's still here 20 seasons later, yearning for more NFL greatness. The man has been to the Pro Bowl 11 times, 3 time First Team All Pro, 3 time NFL MVP, and the proud owner of a Superbowl ring. What is left for Favre to prove? Nothing, and that's why he's still dragging his 41 year old body out onto the gridiron week after week. Favre has nothing to prove to anyone. He simply continues to play because he loves the game and for the everlasting thrill of victory.
Yes, for the past three seasons America has had to endure Favre-gate in every offseason headlined by the constant question: "Will he or won't he reitre?" Although the media following his every move each year trying to predict whether Favre will or won't be back for another NFL season, people still cling to him and the invisible halo that practically glows around the top of his head. You see, Brett Favre is a guy's guy. An All-American cowboy type who loves football. He even slightly resembles Clint Eastwood with his reluctant smile and stoic exterior. Rough and rugged and stylin on 'em in his Wranglers, Favre is a relatable Everyman.
There is a mystique that surrounds Brett Favre just being out on the field. Having him suit up as your team's quarterback is motivation enough. Favre is the quintessential NFL Iron Man, having never missed a start since he came into the league with the Atlanta Falcons in 1992. An illness or injury has never held him down or out. In week 7, Favre suffered a fractured ankle against his old team, the Green Bay Packers, yet he is still looking towards starting against the New England Patriots this Sunday. Starting in his 20th NFL season at the age of 41 with a fractured ankle...and a granddaughter. Yes, Favre is the only true "Grandpa" in the NFL.
Even admist allegations of sending unsolicited pictures of his nether regions to former New York Jets employee, Jenn Sterger, America seems to have looked the other way because it's Brett Favre, and he's football's good guy. After all, everyone makes mistakes, right? He's a motivator on the field and a classic guy next door off of it. Whether you love Favre because he has endured 20 seasons without missing a beat or despise him because he has put your favorite team to shame year after year, you have to respect the man as the living legend that he is.
Copyright Marisa A. Ross
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