Final Days For Favre

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre has called an end to his glittering NFL career by filing for retirement.


The 41-year old is one of the industries most respected and decorated players, with a career spanning just less than two decades.


After falling to defeat in his last game against the Detroit Lions Favre stated: 'I know it's time and that's OK. It is. I hold no regrets, and I can't think of too many players off hand that can walk away and say that.'


Favre, who's called an end to his career twice before, insisted that he would not be reversing this decision following the Vikings failure to reach the post-season-play-offs.


A three time winner of the NFL's MVP award, Favre has succeeded in every aspect of the sport, smashing records along the way. 


As well as being regarded as one of the most influential quarterbacks to grace the NFL, Favre holds most major records with the highest passing yards, career touchdowns and wins.


The former Green Bay Packer encapsulates all that is good about American Football, with a glowing personality that earned him the respect of his colleges and everyone involved with the sport.


Minnesota will be keeping a close eye on this years draft picks as they search to replace the legend that is Brett Favre.