Will He or Won't He?

Brett Favre has the NFL just where he wants it- focusing on him. Favre, of the Minnesota Vikings and holder of the longest streak of continuous starts has a bad ankle, a sore throwing elbow, and has been playing badly. But there is no talk of what the Vikes need to do to have their best chance of winning this game because it is all about Brett and his streak. His coach, Brad Childers isn't really a great coach. He's probably not even a very good NFL coach but he is still the coach. However, he must wait, along with the rest of Favre's teammates, and the breathless sportswriters and fans to see an hour before the game if Brett and Brett alone feels like playing. Childers doesn't dare scratch Favre from the lineup because he (Childers) would be the story of the game instead of his team. So, skilled teammates, coaches, trainers, and even owners are pushed into the role of supporting cast members for Brett the Invincible. I'm sick of it. I've been sick of it since the second fake retirement years ago. I never like it when one person elevates the pursuit of his personal satisfaction above his entire team's success. Put Brett Favre out on the field without the other players and see how he does. Then no one would have to ask his friend, "Which one is Brett Favre?" He could have the spotlight all to himself. And in one play he would be finished.