An Open Letter to Brett Favre: Et Tu Brete?

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Published: June 18, 2009

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... are Packer fans. I used to live in Wisconsin. But that's as far as it goes. This article is about the values of team sports and the role marquis players, especially, play in preserving their legacy with the team on which the legacy was created. I think the Favre issue is the quintessential example of the tension between individual pursuits and team loyalty. I welcome your comments.

Dear Brett,

It's been rumored you're thinking of un-retiring yet again, and playing for the Vikings. The Vikings, Brett? What are you thinking? Have you no self-respect? Have you no sense of loyalty, decency, honor?

All those years in Green Bay. You became the persona of the team, the icon, the hero. Even in your later years, the fans were patient and were thankful that you were still giving it your all.

So, why, after all of that, would you have any desire to play anywhere else? Doesn't loyalty count for anything anymore?

I realize this letter is one year late, but...

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