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Anonymous, "Favre Finally Calls it Quits." __American Red Star__ March 14, 2008

This article is about Brett Favre retiring from the Packers the first time. The article says Brett Favre is a sure fire Hall of Famer, and he retired from the Packers with 5,377 completions, 61,655 yards, 442 touchdowns, and 288 interceptions. In his final season with the Packers Favre led them to the NFC Championship. This shows Favre as a role model, because he always put his team first. Sure he had a lot of records, but he always put the team first. In his press conference announcing his retirement Favre told the press that it was never about him. It was always about the Packers. He gave everything that he could to the NFL.

Associated Press, "Back in the Game Favre Family Stronger After Drug Crisis." __Wisconsin State Journal__ January 4, 1997

This article is about Brett Favre’s drug issues during the early part of his career. Brett Favre was taking Vicodin to dull the pain of his body’s injuries. Once the pain went away Favre continued taking Vicodin. He then openly admitted to using the drugs, admitted himself into a rehab center, and really began to live a better life. This shows how a role model can have difficulties, but really turns their life around. Role Models are people too, so they make mistakes. Brett took control of his life. He went through a very tough time, but came out on the other side, with a very positive future. He became friendlier, got married, and even had two kids. Brett Favre is no different than any of the rest of us, besides he can throw the football 80 yards.

Associated Press, "Favre named Sportsman of the Year." __Charleston__ > __Daily Mail__ 12/4/2007

This article is about Brett Favre winning the 2007 Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year. The award is given to players whom symbolize sportsmanship. In the article Brett says that he leads by example. He always shows up early and always tries to do his best at everything he does. I always wondered why Brett Favre had never won this award. I think he definitely deserved it. Brett Favre always played the game the right way, always played because he loved the game. Brett Favre has also donated over 4 million dollars to charities in Mississippi and Wisconsin.

"Brett Favre.com Foundation." __Brett Favre.com__. 2004. 8 Mar 2009 .

The next article is about the Brett Favre Foundation. The foundation raises money for disadvantaged children in both Wisconsin and Mississippi. The charity focuses on removing barriers to attain self-sufficiency for disadvantaged children. It also focuses on youth programs for disabled children. There is no better way for an athlete to be a role model then to give money to charity. Brett Favre has given millions and millions of dollars to his and other charities. Brett Favre really likes kids, so it is fitting that his charity revolves around disadvantaged children.

Fedotin, Jeff. "Brett Favre Aids in Hurricane Katrina Recovery." __Packers.com__. March 31,2006. 8 Mar 2009 > .

This article is about Brett Favre aiding in the Hurricane Katrina recovery. He and Titans QB Steve McNair donated over $150,000 to help local football programs purchase equipment. Favre also donated too many other causes. This shows Brett Favre as a role model because of how much he did for the recovery efforts. Brett was personally affected. The hurricane destroyed his childhood house and many of his possessions.

Hendricks, Martin. "Brett Favre Celebrity Softball Game 2005 a Soft Spot; in their hearts. Favre family gathering touches fans, charity. > __Milwaukee Journal Sentinel__ June 9, 2005: > This article is about the annual Brett Favre Celebrity Softball game. Several Packer players, get together with Favre and play a game of softball to raise money for the Brett Favre Forward Foundation. Last year the event raised between $100,000 to $150,000.This shows how much of a role model Brett Favre is. Every year for the past six years Brett Favre hosts the softball game for misfortunate children in both Wisconsin and Mississippi. This shows how much Brett Favre really loves children.

Martino, Andy. "THE WOMAN BEHIND THE QB. Through triumph & tragedy, Deanna and Brett remain a constant." __New York Daily__ > __News__ September 21, 2008:

This article is about Deanna Favre fighting breast cancer. She went through so much, and through it all Brett was right by her side fighting with her. He even offered to shave his own head when she lost all of her hair. Nothing hurts a family more then cancer, but Brett was determined to help Deanna get through it all One thing I think athletes can lack is family love. So many athletes are always on the road they don’t have time for family. That has never been the case with Brett Favre. Football has always come second in his life, and that is pretty amazing considering just how great of a football player he is.

Prince, Kevin. "Thank you, Mr. Favre, for a career of great memories." __Brunswick News__ February 12, 2009:

This article is about Brett Favre and his career with the Packers, Jets and Falcons. Favre played 18 seasons in the NFL. Sixteen seasons with the Packers and one season with both the Jets and Falcons. It says that Favre gave it his all for the game right up until his final game with the New York Jets. I think if you really look at this article you can tell Brett Favre was a true role model. He showed that if you really want something, no matter where you come from you can achieve it. From when he was young and people told him he would never be any good at football, right up until his final years, as a to-be Hall of Famer, when people told him he could no longer play at a high level. Brett Favre always gave it his all

State Journal Staff, "Favre's Father Dies, QB Will Play Tonight; Brett Favre decides to Play Against Oakland Despite the Death of his > Mentor Irvin Favre, 58 in Mississippi." __Wisconsin State Journal__ 12/22/2003: This article is about Brett Favre deciding to play the day after his father’s death. Brett Favre’s family encouraged him to play. Irvin Favre (Brett’s dad) always followed Brett’s career very closely. This really is the best example of why Brett Favre is a role model. Being able to go out and play in front of people, and on national television. This is one game I will never forget. Every player and Packer fan knows exactly what they were doing on December 22, 2003.