The Brett Favre Ego Factor

Over at The National Football Post, Andrew Brandt raises a point about Favre that should probably be taken seriously. Brandt speculates that there is one factor that will influence Favre's decision more than any others -- it's not his injury nor his chances of winning a championship, but instead, it's how much the Vikings can boost his ego:If the Vikings woo Brett the way he wanted to be wooed in Green Bay last year and was not, and the way he was wooed last year by the Jets, he will likely play in Minnesota. If they don't and express lukewarm interest, he will probably stay retired.Yes, Brett was hurt by the Packers' decision to move on with Aaron Rodgers last year, but that alone will not make him return to play for the Vikings. The Vikings have to court him with the enthusiasm and passion that would make him feel like he's truly the missing piece. Then, and only then, will he return.Well, I guess this would reinforce Chad Greenway's suspicion that any...