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As a 17-year NFL veteran, Aaron Rodgers has a wealth of experience to pass on to the next generation. The newly signed Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, who joined the team on Jun.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / PackersTalk.com / June 9

The Favre Cycle Ends in Pittsburgh

It finally happened. Aaron Rodgers has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. No, not the Vikings. Not back to the Jets. Pittsburgh. For a while, it looked like he might follow the full Brett Favre blueprint.

NFL News / Shutdown Corner / June 5

Can Aaron Rodgers succeed signing this late? Brett Favre did it

There's a moment in the Netflix documentary "Untold: The Fall of Favre" when the film is reliving Brett Favre's late career stops, and a graphic shows when he signed with the Minnesota Vikings: Aug.

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How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / June 4

'Tough as nails': Brett Favre pays tribute to Vikings legend Jim Marshall

In September of 2009, former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre was in his first season with the Minnesota Vikings. Already a sure-fire Hall of Famer due to his success with Green Bay, Favre looked to add to his resume playing for his long-time rival.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Shutdown Corner / May 28

Can Aaron Rodgers succeed if he waits until late summer to sign with Steelers? Brett Favre did it

There's a moment in the Netflix documentary "Untold: The Fall of Favre" when the film is reliving Brett Favre's late career stops, and a graphic shows when he signed with the Minnesota Vikings: Aug.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Every 99-yard touchdown in NFL history

An NFL football field is 100 yards long. As such, the longest touchdown a player can score from scrimmage is 99 yards. Returns can be longer, but we’re just focused on the 99-yard scrimmage touchdowns here.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / May 26

Ex Eagles Star Michael Vick Key Voice In Brett Favre Docuseries

Brett Favre and Michael Vick never played together. But because of their off-field missteps, the two talented quarterbacks will forever be linked together.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / May 24

Kansas City Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes Once Made a Startling Brett Favre-Like Confession

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is already one of the most accomplished players at his position in NFL history. Not yet 30 years old, Mahomes has won three Super Bowls, three Super Bowl MVP Awards, two NFL MVP Awards, and is a two-time First Team All-Pro (and six-time Pro Bowl selection).

NFL News / The SportsRush / May 23

Deion Sanders, Brett Favre React As Troy Aikman Gets an 'Oil Change' For His Blood To Slow His Aging

At 58, Troy Aikman looks like he could still sling it on Sundays, and it’s not a surprise. The Hall of Famer is one of those guys who has been aging in reverse.

NFL News / Acme Packing Co / May 22

All about the Brett Favre documentary

Get an in-depth look at Untold: The Fall of Favre and what the documentary means for everyone involved. Last month, it was announced a documentary covering the controversy surrounding former QB Brett Favre would be released on Netflix.

NFL News / HBCUs on SI / May 22

HBCU Sports Rundown: Michael Vick Sounds Off, HBCU Bands Rule, Prostate Cancer Fight

Welcome to another dynamic episode of HBCU Legends! I’m your host, Kyle T. Mosley, and today’s show is packed with everything from the beating prostate cancer to the HBCU band culture to Michael Vick sounds off on Brett Favre to the latest headlines in sports.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / May 21

Netflix series on Brett Favre sheds light on off-field controversies and paints a revealing picture of the NFL legend

Netflix released on Tuesday "The Fall of Favre," a documentary about the complicated legacy of former NFL quarterback Brett Favre. The production is a partnership between Netflix and Front Office Sports.

Michael Vick's Redemption Story And Coaching At Norfolk State Is More Compelling Than Sounding Off On Favre

Michael Vick and Brett Favre were great players. One mesmerized defenders with his athletic wizardry, while the other embodied the ol' gunslinger mentality en route to a Super Bowl ring and multiple MVP trophies.

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NFL News / The Spun / May 20

Michael Vick Makes His Opinion On Brett Favre Extremely Clear

A recent Netflix documentary on Brett Favre's role in the Mississippi state welfare scandal saw a number of people interviewed, including former Pro Bowl quarterback Michael Vick.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Netflix Releases Brett Favre Scandal Expose Trailer

A new Netflix documentary titled Untold: The Fall of Favre will take a hard look at the controversial legacy of Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre when it premieres May 20, 2025.

NFL News / Sportscasting / April 30

'Untold: The Fall Of Favre' Trailer Previews Netflix’s Brett Favre Scandal Doc

Netflix has released the trailer for Untold: The Fall of Favre, a documentary chronicling two scandals involving Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre. “Brett Favre was a cult-like, iconic figure,” says a voiceover in the trailer for The Fall of Favre.

NFL News / The Spun / April 26

Brett Favre Sends Clear Message To Shedeur Sanders Amid Draft Day Slide

There aren't many people who can relate to how Shedeur Sanders is feeling right now. Former NFL star Brett Favre, however, is one of them. Before he became a Hall of Fame quarterback, Favre was trying to make a name for himself at Southern Mississippi.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 25

LOOK: Brett Favre Selling $14 Million Mansion Amid Controversy

Brett Favre is one of the finest quarterbacks in the NFL's history, but he has been in the news the past few years for all of the wrong reasons. Now, he is back in the news for a reason much more tolerable than alleged fraud.

Green Bay Packers News / Gridiron Heroics / April 25

Packers legend Brett Favre makes bold statement about Jordan Love

There are very few teams in the NFL that have had a recent run of success at the quarterback position quite like the Green Bay Packers.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 18

What Is The Biggest Mistake The Falcons Ever Made In The Draft?

In 1992, the Falcons selected Southern Miss quarterback Brett Favre as the 33rd pick. Favre was expected to have some impact, but he only threw four passes with the Falcons, did not complete a single one and two were intercepted.

NFL News / The Spun / April 14

Netflix Makes Brett Favre Documentary Announcement

Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre is set to be the focus of a new documentary. Few athletes have combined higher highs with lower lows than Favre, who was a three-time NFL MVP and Super Bowl champion as a player but also saw his playing career and post-playing days marred by scandal.

New York Jets News / Yardbarker / January 13

Brett Favre offers Aaron Rodgers advice amid Jets uncertainty

Hall of Famer Brett Favre shared some advice for former teammate Aaron Rodgers.

Rex Ryan's reaction to Patriots hiring shows he's not letting go of chance to return to Jets

Jets have reportedly eliminated one high-profile HC candidate

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Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 10

Brett Favre names ‘perfect fit’ for Bears’ head coach

With the Chicago Bears’ head coach search underway, many different candidates have emerged as a potential fit in Halas Hall. While many want the Bears to hire Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, another name that arose was Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 23

Green Bay Packers Legend Brett Favre Reveals Saddening New Parkinson’s Details

Every single Green Bay Packers fan was shocked to hear about the Parkinson’s diagnosis that Brett Favre revealed recently. It was a sad thing to learn about a player that every Packers fan has adored at one point or another.

NFL News / The Packers Post / October 26

Flashback 2001: Brett Favre Leads Packers to a Thrilling Comeback Win Over Jaguars

Brett Favre helped the Green Bay Packers overcome a 14-point deficit late in the third quarter and led the team to a 28-21 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.