BeastMode54 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 per rotoworld In an internal memo, ESPN instructed its reporters not to mention FoxSports.com's report that Brett Favre had a lengthy dicussion with Lions coaches before the Lions-Packers game in Week 2. The memo says that ESPN believes the story to be untrue, so they shouldn't report it. Of course, they often report other things Glazer writes and could choose to dispute the news if they choose. The reality is that it's a biug story, but they don't want to upset Favre. The fact that Rod Marinelli is not denying the story says it all. Glazer also stands by the story 100%. Packers coach Mike McCarthy said Tuesday he doesn't want to talk about it and hopes the story goes away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I heard about the Favre thing on Sunday. Crazy. Talk about a jerk. There's a reason most people in Green Bay hate the guy now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scribo Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 They should suspend him for two games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I've heard Glazer on a couple shows since this was reported - I guess Peter King has been dinging him for not contacting Favre before breaking the story - he was asked about that both times. In each case he said he knew Favre was so deep in bed w/ ESPN (media rival) that he felt if he told Favre he was going to run the story, Favre would have immediately called ESPN to ruin his breaking of the story and try to discredit him. He stood behind it "a million percent" - said you don't go w/ a story like that if you are even 95% sure - you have to be 100% sure w/ multiple sources - which is what he said he had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steely Dan Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 They should suspend him for two games. He didn't do anything against the rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLynchTrain Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I don't think it's illegal or anything of Favre to do so. I'm quite certain he is not the first player, nor the last, that would do something like this. Case of being a dick? Hell yes. I find it hard to believe that ESPN would refuse to talk about it because they are afraid of making Brett Favre angry. That sounds absurd. While a lot of ESPN guys love to slob on Farve's knob (ie Tony K among others), I do remember quite a few that called Favre petulant and selfish for making a laughing stock of the franchise all summer long. I would think the opposite of this would be quite true. You could argue that people who consistently draw ratings and headlines (yes even Favre) would be more susceptible to wild rumors of poor behavior/judgment than no-namers. Hey the media's the media, and they will throw any guy under the bus, regardless of how nice or personable he is, to sell advertisements. But you never know. If there is proof that ESPN did such a thing (I almost never believe anything rotoworld says before I see it confirmed elsewhere), then I don't know. I think ESPN loves to jump on the Favre bandwagon, but I don't think they are immune to criticizing him. My two cents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Honestly, this story is actually more interesting with what is going on now with the sort of cover-up (if true) than the original issue at hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
profile Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'd be hard pressed to find anyone who hates Favre in Green Bay, really.... and tough sh-- for the packers anyway, they boned Brett over pretty good. Yes, Brett could have made up his mind a little earlier, but I'm not sure that would have mattered. I'd do the same thing if I felt my long time team was dry-docking me too. F**k the packers, I hope he tells everyone in the NFL how to game plan them, the Bills benefited from a little sore sportsmanship when we creamed the gaytriots 31-0 when 1 Lawyer Milloy, freshly pissed off from getting dry-docked by bellicheat rolled into town, so I find it hard to say anything negative about his actions, even though they may seem unsportsman-like. It's OK if you disagree with me, this is just how I see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murra Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 This has exploited ESPN for what they are. The NFL SHOULD do something about it (ie, research it, suspend if true), because Favre significantly decreased the integrity of the game. I have heard of a team picking up a FA recently cut by their next opponent in an attempt to learn about their gameplan and system, but helping another team willingly is absurd beyond belief. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsWatch Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Active players do it all the time with their radio and TV shows. They talk about the team they used to play, their playbook, how to defend against it, etc. The only thing big here is he supposedly called unasked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 per rotoworld In an internal memo, ESPN instructed its reporters not to mention FoxSports.com's report that Brett Favre had a lengthy dicussion with Lions coaches before the Lions-Packers game in Week 2. The memo says that ESPN believes the story to be untrue, so they shouldn't report it. Of course, they often report other things Glazer writes and could choose to dispute the news if they choose. The reality is that it's a biug story, but they don't want to upset Favre. The fact that Rod Marinelli is not denying the story says it all. Glazer also stands by the story 100%. Packers coach Mike McCarthy said Tuesday he doesn't want to talk about it and hopes the story goes away. Is there any speculation about the content of the conversation? Is there a rule about conversing with the opposition? Players talk to players on other teams, all the time, as do coaches, GMs, etc. I can only see this being an issue, if the content of the conversation was contrary to any NFL rules. As for ESPN, this is a very strange situation. Why wouldn't they comment on the article, and make it known that they question its verisimilitude (verisimility?) I can't believe it's because they want to protect Favre...but, I really can't think of a legitimate reason, either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 As for ESPN, this is a very strange situation. Why wouldn't they comment on the article, and make it known that they question its verisimilitude (verisimility?) I can't believe it's because they want to protect Favre...but, I really can't think of a legitimate reason, either. 'Cause they're tired of Glazer kicking their asses on breaking stories? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ieatcrayonz Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I heard about the Favre thing on Sunday. Crazy. Talk about a jerk. Why would you think he is a jerk for doing this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornerville Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 'Cause they're tired of Glazer kicking their asses on breaking stories? +1 Now if John Clayton broke this story, it would have its own segment on the ticker. E$PN: Fraud$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 For the record, here's the original Glazer article: http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/8694746...g?&MSNHPHMA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Such a high ethical standard. Of course it didn't stop Christ Mortuary from spilling the story of the "impending" Nolan firing - to take place... NEXT WEEK - last night. One whiff of that on ESPN and he called it quits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acantha Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 He didn't do anything against the rules. Right over your head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 This has exploited ESPN for what they are. The NFL SHOULD do something about it (ie, research it, suspend if true), because Favre significantly decreased the integrity of the game. I have heard of a team picking up a FA recently cut by their next opponent in an attempt to learn about their gameplan and system, but helping another team willingly is absurd beyond belief. This happens all the time, in all kinds of situations (coaches talking to each coaches, players talking to players, and coaches talking to players.) I don't see what the big deal is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloWings Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 This happens all the time, in all kinds of situations (coaches talking to each coaches, players talking to players, and coaches talking to players.) I don't see what the big deal is. In casual conversation, sure. The difference is that (allegedly) Favre took the initiative to call the Lions with the intent of providing "secrets". To me, that's worthy of an investigation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsaikotic Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 He didn't do anything against the rules. LOL..he said it cuz the Bills play them in 2 weeks..this way he wouldnt be playing..lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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