Nobody should be surprised by Favre

We should have all seen this coming.

How many athletes retire, and then realize they have “the itch” to play again?

So, this shouldn’t be a surprise.

But, this is very selfish of Favre. He told the Packers that he wanted to retire even after they pleaded with him to stay. Now, after they have spent the whole season preparing for life after Favre and altering their offense, he wants to come back.

Obviously, this puts Green Bay in a tough situation. If they bring him back and give him back his starting duties, what message does that send to their other quarterback Aaron Rodgers?

If they trade or release Favre to another team, they will face a vicious backlash from their loyal fan base.

Let’s say he does stay retired, the impression will be that he was forced to do so. And, with every Packer loss, the inevitable question will be asked, “Could Favre have made a difference?”

That’s not fair to the Packers or Rodgers.

But, I guess that doesn’t figure into his decision.

He has an itch he needs to scratch.

The Wizard has spoken.