Brett Favre — Tip of the Week

Much has been written recently about Brett Favre’s most recent unretirement. I’ve had two previous posts about previous Favre unretirements. (Click here and here.) Dan Oswald has an insightful post (oswaldletter) about Favre and leadership. Favre was once a leader, but those days are gone. Favre was once a great player, but the last few years have damaged his legacy.

Several years ago, most fans admired Favre even if they hated the Green Bay Packers. I once thought he was Superman. I, like most people, don’t like him now. But is that fair to the Brettster? We’re acting like this is all his fault.

Favre could’ve graciously ended this a few years ago, which would’ve meant he is Superman. Favre has proven he’s everyman. Don’t blame him. Blame the Packers for putting up with him. Blame the New York Jets for hiring him last year. Blame the Minnesota Vikings for hiring him this year. Blame us for continuing to watch him play.

Favre did have a good three-quarters of a season with the Jets, but no playoffs. If he should miraculously lead the Vikings to winning their first Super Bowl, he’ll move back into legend territory. Why shouldn’t Favre take a chance for $25 million?

If there’s any team willing to pay me half of what Favre is making, I’ll take it. I’m considerably older than Favre, but I think I can get my arm back in shape enough to make it through a couple of games. Since this is all about money, give me a chance. Think record attendance. Think record memorabilia sales. Think record  hype leading up to a season featuring the oldest man to ever play pro football. I’m willing to risk certain permanent injury to make $12.5 million and to give you a return on your investment higher than that of any other player in the league.

Here’s this week’s tip. Stop blaming employees for your stupid decisions.