Favre and Packers Turn it Around

What a difference a year can make. A year ago Brett Favre was the captain of a faded Green Bay Packers NFL team that finished with an 8-8 record.

Favre’s own skills appeared to be fading. Desperate for wins, Favre at times played wildly, throwing lots of interceptions. He talked openly of retiring, and debated for three months after the season’s end before deciding to play for one more year.

A year later Favre is having one of his finest seasons. He has set records for the most touchdown passes and most yards passed, among other milestones. His quarterback rating puts him near the top of the league, and Favre has been smiling his boyish grin frequently. Sports Illustrated Magazine named him Sportsman of the Year.

Last week the 14-3 Packers beat Seattle in a playoff game played in a Lambeau Field Blizzard. It was Favre's first blizzard game, he had a blast. This weekend he will face the Giants at Lambeau Field for he NFC Championship. One year makes a big difference.