Brett Favre says he went to rehab 3 times to fight addictions
GREEN BAY — Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre says he made three trips to rehabilitation centers during his career to fight his dependence on painkillers and alcohol.Favre told Sports Illustrated he took as many as 14 Vicodin at one time during the 1995 season in Green Bay.
Blast from the past: Baker Mayfield lights up the internet with picture from the past
MILWAUKEE -- NFL prospect Baker Mayfield, who played for the Oklahoma Sooners and is geared up for the start of the NFL Draft, is lighting up the internet with a recreation of a picture from the past.The picture replicates one that shows Brett Favre being selected in the second round by the Atlanta Falcons on Draft Day in 1991.Favre even responded to the Mayfield's tweet.
Brett Favre says he might have had 'thousands' of concussions
Brett Favre says he might have had "thousands" of concussions during his Hall of Fame career.The three-time NFL MVP who played from 1992-2010 and was known for his aggressive approach to football said Thursday on NBC's "Megyn Kelly Today" that he is experiencing short-term memory issues.Favre, 48, has become an advocate for concussion research and said he had three or four known concussions during his lengthy career."But as we're learning about concussions," he told Kelly, "there's a term we use in football and maybe other sports, that I got 'dinged.'"If that's a concussion, then I've had hundreds, probably thousands, throughout my career, which is frightening."Favre added that he worries about developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as he ages.
"Bart Starr Chalk Talk" event to be emceed by Starr's son, feature Brett Favre, Steve Young
GREEN BAY -- Bart Starr Jr., the son of Green Bay Packers' legend Bart Starr, will emcee a "Chalk Talk" event, featuring former Packers' QB Brett Favre, and Hall of Fame QB and ESPN Analyst Steve Young.According to a press release, tickets for the Bart Starr Chalk Talk go on sale Friday, October 13th at 11:00 a.m. through Ticketstar.Tickets are $95 each, and include lunch, a 45-minute Chalk Talk conversation between Favre and Young, where they'll share stories from their careers, and a special 50th anniversary of Super Bowl II feature -- along with silent and live auction items.It'll be held at the KI Convention Center at 333 Main Street in Green Bay, prior to the Monday Night Football game between the Packers and Detroit Lions.The release indicates the lunch will be a special plated tailgate lunch, and the auction will feature Favre and Packers memorabilia.The event will also include Packers' alumni.“This event will benefit great charitable causes, and promises to be a memorable and entertaining interaction with two premier quarterbacks who were fierce competitors on the field.
"Why stop at 40?" In Titletown, Favre reacts to Rodgers' comments he'd like to play until he's 40
DE PERE — Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre was back in Titletown -- where he picked up another award.The player who led the Packers to back-to-back Super Bowls and one Lombardi trophy was the main event at this year's Lee Remmel Sports Awards Banquet in De Pere Wednesday, August 9th.
Brett Favre to receive "Distinguished Service Award" in Green Bay
GREEN BAY -- Brett Favre will return to Green Bay to receive the "Distinguished Service Award" presented by the De Pere Rotary Club.
"Never say never:" On ESPN Milwaukee, Packers legend Brett Favre doesn't rule out return to team as coach, GM
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers legend Brett Favre told ESPN Milwaukee he's still not ruling out a return to the Packers -- saying "Never say never" during an appearance on ESPN Milwaukee's Wilde & Tausch Thursday, June 29th.According to ESPN, Favre has "entertained the thought" of becoming a general manager or coach.
Bittersweet for Brett! Favre's youngest daughter graduates from high school
Talk about two proud parents!
Brett Favre to TMZ: "I could still make throws. If they promise they won't hit me, I'll play"
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers legend Brett Favre told TMZ Thursday, March 23rd he knows he "still has the arm" to compete in the National Football League, but he "doesn't want to get hit anymore.""I could still make throws.
A catfight on Empire?! The actress who reportedly didn't get along with Cookie
MILWAUKEE -- A catfight on Empire?!
ESPN list: 3 Green Bay Packers quarterbacks among all-time greats in NFL
ESPN's John Clayton posted his latest top quarterbacks of all time list on Monday, January 30th -- and yes, three of the Packers greats are included in that list.Brett Favre is ranked number seven on the list, Aaron Rodgers is number 10 and Bart Starr is ranked number 11.Tops on Clayton's list was Tom Brady followed by Joe Montana, Peyton Manning, Johnny Unitas and Otto Graham in the top five.
Discovery World celebrates Packers playoffs success with "Quarterback Discount" this weekend!
GREEN BAY -- As the Green Bay Packers continue their post-season run towards the 2017 Super Bowl in Houston, Discovery World is joining in cheering on the Packers this weekend as they face the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship Game by providing a fun Packers-themed discount!The Discovery World "Quarterback Discount" honors Bart Starr, Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers.Regular Discovery World prices are $19 for adults and $16 for children and seniors.However, this weekend only, all guests will receive a “Favre”-sized discount of $4!When the discount is applied, adults will pay the Starr rate of $15, and children and seniors will pay the Rodgers rate of $12.For those keeping score at home, here are the statistics:
Cast your vote: What do you think was the biggest local sports moment, story in 2016?
MILWAUKEE -- What were Wisconsin's biggest sports moments/stories in 2016?
Author Jeff Pearlman talks about his new book, "Gunslinger," about the life and legacy of Brett Favre
Jeff Pearlman is the author of the new book, "Gunslinger: The Remarkable, Improbable, Iconic Life of Brett Favre." The book looks at both the personal and professional life of the Hall of Fame quarterback.
"Highly sensationalized:" Aaron Rodgers disputes facts in new Brett Favre book 'Gunslinger'
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is answering questions about a new book about QB Brett Favre's career.
“Legendary Quarterbacks:" Exclusive new photo of Starr, Favre and Rodgers for sale at Lambeau
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers on Monday, October 24th announced an exclusive photo featuring QBS Bart Starr, Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers is now available through the Packers Pro Shop!According to a release from the Packers, the unique collector’s photo, titled “Legendary Quarterbacks,” features the three quarterbacks photographed together for the first time, as captured on November 26th, 2015.The framed and matted photographs will be available in several different sizes, and prices ranging from $99.95 to $399.95, with 100 percent of the profits to be donated to charities chosen by Starr, Favre and Rodgers.The photos are now available for purchase online, and they'll be made available at the Packers Pro Shop at Lambeau Field in November.Orders placed through the website should allow up to four weeks for delivery, according to the Packers.“We are pleased to offer this exclusive photo,” said Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy said in the statement from the Packers. “The Packers organization has been very fortunate to have had three quarterbacks of this caliber.
4-Ever a Legend: Packers add Brett Favre's name to the Lambeau Field Ring of Honor
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers honored Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre on Sunday evening, October 16th -- by adding his name to the Ring of Honor inside Lambeau Field.
4-Ever A Legend: Brett Favre to be honored at Packers-Cowboys game
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers are set to honor former quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Brett Favre at halftime of Sunday’s Packers-Cowboys game.During the ceremony, Favre’s name will be unveiled on the southeast façade inside Lambeau Field, alongside the names of fellow Packers enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
"Thanks 4 the Memories:" More than 700 fans attend tribute dinner with Packers Legend Brett Favre
MILWAUKEE -- It was a once in a life-time evening with Brett Favre.
New Brett Favre exhibit at Packers Hall of Fame at Lambeau now officially open!
GREEN BAY -- The new Brett Favre exhibit at the Packers Hall of Fame at Lambeau Field is now officially open!The Green Bay Packers and Packers Hall of Fame hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of a new Brett Favre exhibit on Wednesday morning, August 31st at Lambeau Field.The ribbon cutting ceremony included remarks from Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy and Packers Hall of Fame Inc.