This is not exactly a Seattle-related issue, but sometimes my irrational hatred of an athlete can spread beyond city limits. That's why I couldn't ignore the latest story about Brett "Look at Me" Favre.So, the latest story has Favre texting the Packers GM to discuss a possible return. Is this the same Brett Favre who hemmed and hawed for the better part for three season, creating a distraction for his teammates and coaches, and then finally decided to retire?
Seriously, how selfish can this guy be? Aaron Rodgers already has the tough task of trying to replace a man who is bigger than cheese in Wisconsin, but now he's not sure if the job is his while Brett comes to grips with "his itch." The team can't rally around Rodgers until Favre finally stops with his game of "Will I or Won't I." Selfish motherfucker. Why aren't more reporters calling him on this?
I'll admit it. Favre is one of the best quarterbacks ever. His longevity has been amazing, but the media crush on him is outrageous. The adoration of Favre is even greater than the love for other great QBs -- John Elway, Joe Montana -- of yesteryear. Why? Because he is a good old boy who wears Wranglers and hunts.
Let's address the descriptions the media uses for Favre.
1) Gunslinger - This is code for a white quarterback who throws a lot of interceptions. Ever notice how there are no black "gunslinger" quarterbacks. That's because they become Kordell Stewart, last seen manning the QB position on Pros vs. Joes reality TV show.Packer fans, before you get too excited about getting number 4 back, take a look at Favre's two seasons before last season's remarkable season.
2) An Everyman - Code for white football player with a substance abuse problem. What do they call a black quarterback with a drug addiction? Cut.
2005 - 20 TDs, 29 INTs and QB rating of 70.9
2006 - 18 TDs, 18 INTs and QB rating of 72.7
2007 - 28TDs, 15 INTs and QB rating of 95.7
3 comments:
That is what I was referring to earlier!
No surprise it should come to this, with all his hemming and hawing the last few years. Even at Favre's farewell address, you could tell there was subtext. He said he was tired of the "grind" (read: "training camp"). If there were a way for him to beg off training camp (but not let that go public) and still play in the regular season, he would.
If Favre does come back, he can assume the title of most annoying unretired athlete from Roger Clemens.
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