Packers will retire Favre's jersey next year

The Associated Press
Green Bay, Wis.
Brett Favre
Quarterback Brett Favre of the Green Bay Packers throws a pass during the first half of their game against the Minnesota Vikings 21 September at Lambeau Field, in Green Bay, WI. Favre threw for five touchdowns, passing the all-time Packer record to win the game 38-32.
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Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame and have his jersey retired next year.

Favre writes on his official website that it will be an honor to have his name placed among others such Bart Starr, Curly Lambeau, Ray Nitschke and Vince Lombardi, to name a few.

Favre says it wouldn't be possible if not for the foresight of former general manager Ron Wolf, who he says is the greatest GM in the history of the NFL.

The team plans an official announcement Monday afternoon. Favre will join by teleconference.

It's been six years since Favre 'retired' from the Packers, tried to return, then went on to play for the New York Jets and rival Minnesota Vikings -- a move that outraged some Packers fans.

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