Favre seeks release from Packers (updated)

KokoMike · 07-23-2008, 01:04 AM

Mike Ditka said today that he would take Farve in a minute. The guy will fight to win, and that's the kind of mentality the Redskins need.

OK, ok. We're not going to get him. I know a lot of you guys love Jason Campbell, but I have a concern about that calm demeanor thing when he continues to make huge mistakes without any emotion.

Where's the fire in his belly?

SmootSmack · 07-23-2008, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by KokoMike

Mike Ditka said today that he would take Farve in a minute. The guy will fight to win, and that's the kind of mentality the Redskins need.

OK, ok. We're not going to get him. I know a lot of you guys love Jason Campbell, but I have a concern about that calm demeanor thing when he continues to make huge mistakes without any emotion.

Where's the fire in his belly?

Calm demeanor? Wasn't it after the first Dallas game that Campbell broke down in tears because he was so emotional?

JoeRedskin · 07-23-2008, 08:29 AM

Some of the fiercest competitors in the league (and in my experience, life in general) are "quiet types". Histrionics does not equal either leadership or competitiveness. John Unitas, aside from his skills as a QB, was widely acknowledged as the leader of his team. He wasn't demonstrative, but no one, and I mean NO ONE, had any misconceptions as to who was in charge of Johnny U's huddle.

More recent example, Joe Montana - "Hey, isn't that John Candy". Also, according Joe Gibbs, Doug Williams (remember him?) had one of the calmest demeanors of any QB he had seen and found that to be one Williams' stongest attributes.

Not saying JC is in that league yet. But he may prove to be. Who knows 20 years we maybe saying... Damn, why can't we get another QB with ice in his veins like Campbell.

redskinsfanatic · 07-23-2008, 09:57 AM

if favre gets traded,it would have to be to an an afc team would'nt it?the packers are stupid if they just release him.he'll sign with the vikings and beat green bay in his first game.he'd savor that steak before consuming it.

firstdown · 07-23-2008, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KokoMike

Mike Ditka said today that he would take Farve in a minute. The guy will fight to win, and that's the kind of mentality the Redskins need.

OK, ok. We're not going to get him. I know a lot of you guys love Jason Campbell, but I have a concern about that calm demeanor thing when he continues to make huge mistakes without any emotion.

Where's the fire in his belly?

How about the hugh mistakes Farve has made over the years throwing picks then just laughing it off as, Oh Well! He is far from perfect and while he has been successful he still has only won one SB. I can name 3 QB's not near as successful that has matched that record.

Giantone · 07-23-2008, 06:41 PM

Not wanting to start a new thread ,again the Skins are talked about.

Posted: Jul 23 2008, 04:24 AM

Reports: Packers are shopping Brett Favre

The Green Bay Packers have spoken to several teams, including at least one NFC team, to see what they would be willing to offer for quarterback Brett Favre, NFL Network reports.

The report did not indicate how many teams were contacted in what were termed 'exploratory' phone calls.

Sporting News contributor Mike Florio of profootballtalk.com reports that the Ravens were one of the teams the Packers contacted to gauge interest in Favre. The Ravens told Green Bay they were not interested, Florio writes.

One source speculated for NFL Network that the Packers are simply gauging what Favre is worth on the open market before deciding whether to try to trade him. Favre has said that he does want to play in 2008, and he asked for his release from the Packers, indicating he would be willing to play for a different team if Green Bay doesn't want him.

The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that other teams potentially interested in Favre are the Bears, Bills, Buccaneers, Chiefs, Dolphins, Falcons, Jets, Lions, Panthers, Redskins and Vikings.

That Guy · 07-23-2008, 07:30 PM

well, we have a young guy thats at worst average, and we have like 100k in cap space, so i doubt he's coming here.

MTK · 07-23-2008, 07:41 PM

We have very little cap room right now. Anyone with half a brain would rule out the Skins after making the Jason Taylor trade.

Hog1 · 07-25-2008, 01:44 PM

FYI-Jets get permission to talk to Brett

ESPN - Sources: Favre, Packers weighing possible trade scenarios - NFL

Hog1 · 07-25-2008, 02:05 PM

AND, now ESPN radio reporting that BF has requested reinstatement and plans to attend Training camp with the Pack

That Guy · 07-25-2008, 02:08 PM

the jets? he won't win there...

jdlea · 07-25-2008, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Hog1

AND, now ESPN radio reporting that BF has requested reinstatement and plans to attend Training camp with the Pack

Yeah, that doesn't necessarily mean that he'll necessarily finish camp as a Packer, though.

Favre to report to Packers' camp

Giantone · 07-25-2008, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by That Guy

the jets? he won't win there...

He'll be a circus act.

skinsfan_nn · 07-27-2008, 06:12 PM

This story could get real interesting over the next few days.

ESPN - Favre delays arrival to Packers camp at GM's request - NFL

sancho2613 · 07-27-2008, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

This story could get real interesting over the next few days.

ESPN - Favre delays arrival to Packers camp at GM's request - NFL

I would love to see the Packers let him compete for his job. The best QB should be the starter right? I think the QB that gives you the best chance to win a superbowl should be the starter so let them compete...

I don't understand why they're so sure of a QB who gets hurt when he plays half a game, when they have a great QB who just had such a wonderful year. I guess i'm just not too excited about having a QB who gets hurt so easily after going 16 years with the "Iron Man" Favre

View Poll Results: Whither Favre?
He'll stay retired.	47	46.08%
He'll play for the Packers.	15	14.71%
He'll be released or traded and play elsewhere.	40	39.22%
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07-23-2008, 01:04 AM	#151
KokoMike Camp Scrub Join Date: May 2008 Location: Global Posts: 28	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) Mike Ditka said today that he would take Farve in a minute. The guy will fight to win, and that's the kind of mentality the Redskins need. OK, ok. We're not going to get him. I know a lot of you guys love Jason Campbell, but I have a concern about that calm demeanor thing when he continues to make huge mistakes without any emotion. Where's the fire in his belly?

07-23-2008, 08:29 AM	#153
JoeRedskin Contains football related knowledge Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Second Star On The Right Age: 62 Posts: 10,401	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) Some of the fiercest competitors in the league (and in my experience, life in general) are "quiet types". Histrionics does not equal either leadership or competitiveness. John Unitas, aside from his skills as a QB, was widely acknowledged as the leader of his team. He wasn't demonstrative, but no one, and I mean NO ONE, had any misconceptions as to who was in charge of Johnny U's huddle. More recent example, Joe Montana - "Hey, isn't that John Candy". Also, according Joe Gibbs, Doug Williams (remember him?) had one of the calmest demeanors of any QB he had seen and found that to be one Williams' stongest attributes. Not saying JC is in that league yet. But he may prove to be. Who knows 20 years we maybe saying... Damn, why can't we get another QB with ice in his veins like Campbell. __________________ Strap it up, hold onto the ball, and let’s go.

07-23-2008, 09:57 AM	#154
redskinsfanatic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 542	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) if favre gets traded,it would have to be to an an afc team would'nt it?the packers are stupid if they just release him.he'll sign with the vikings and beat green bay in his first game.he'd savor that steak before consuming it.

07-23-2008, 06:41 PM	#156
Giantone Gamebreaker Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 13,988	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) Not wanting to start a new thread ,again the Skins are talked about. Posted: Jul 23 2008, 04:24 AM Reports: Packers are shopping Brett Favre The Green Bay Packers have spoken to several teams, including at least one NFC team, to see what they would be willing to offer for quarterback Brett Favre, NFL Network reports. The report did not indicate how many teams were contacted in what were termed 'exploratory' phone calls. Sporting News contributor Mike Florio of profootballtalk.com reports that the Ravens were one of the teams the Packers contacted to gauge interest in Favre. The Ravens told Green Bay they were not interested, Florio writes. One source speculated for NFL Network that the Packers are simply gauging what Favre is worth on the open market before deciding whether to try to trade him. Favre has said that he does want to play in 2008, and he asked for his release from the Packers, indicating he would be willing to play for a different team if Green Bay doesn't want him. The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that other teams potentially interested in Favre are the Bears, Bills, Buccaneers, Chiefs, Dolphins, Falcons, Jets, Lions, Panthers, Redskins and Vikings.

07-23-2008, 07:30 PM	#157
That Guy Living Legend Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA Age: 42 Posts: 17,553	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) well, we have a young guy thats at worst average, and we have like 100k in cap space, so i doubt he's coming here.

07-23-2008, 07:41 PM	#158
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: NY Age: 52 Posts: 99,518	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) We have very little cap room right now. Anyone with half a brain would rule out the Skins after making the Jason Taylor trade. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

07-25-2008, 01:44 PM	#159
Hog1 Quietly Dominating the East Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 10,675	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) FYI-Jets get permission to talk to Brett ESPN - Sources: Favre, Packers weighing possible trade scenarios - NFL __________________ Goodbye Sean..........Vaya Con Dios thankyou Joe....... *“God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.” – Joe Gibbs*

07-25-2008, 02:05 PM	#160
Hog1 Quietly Dominating the East Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 10,675	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) AND, now ESPN radio reporting that BF has requested reinstatement and plans to attend Training camp with the Pack __________________ Goodbye Sean..........Vaya Con Dios thankyou Joe....... *“God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.” – Joe Gibbs*

07-25-2008, 02:08 PM	#161
That Guy Living Legend Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA Age: 42 Posts: 17,553	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) the jets? he won't win there...

07-27-2008, 06:12 PM	#164
skinsfan_nn Playmaker Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Newport News,Virginia Age: 60 Posts: 4,495	Re: Favre seeks release from Packers (updated) This story could get real interesting over the next few days. ESPN - Favre delays arrival to Packers camp at GM's request - NFL __________________ "There's no greater feeling than moving a man from Point A to Point B, against his will." #68 THANKS COACH GIBBS FOR EVERYTHING! YOUR THE MAN AND ALWAYS WILL BE!

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