Challenges in the Life of Brett Favre in a Detailed Timeline
Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Brett Favre. A timeline of obstacles and growth.
Brett Favre, a former NFL quarterback, is renowned for his remarkable 20-season career, predominantly with the Green Bay Packers. He holds the NFL record for 321 consecutive starts (297 regular season games) from 1992 to 2010. Favre was the first NFL quarterback to surpass 70,000 passing yards, 10,000 pass attempts, 6,000 pass completions, and 500 touchdowns. He also achieved victories against all 32 NFL teams.
July 14, 1990: Nearly Fatal Car Accident
On July 14, 1990, Favre was involved in a nearly fatal car accident before his senior year at Southern Miss, suffering severe injuries.
May 1996: Enters Rehab
In May 1996, Brett Favre entered rehab for 46 days to address an addiction to Vicodin.
1996: NFL Ban and Rehab
In 1996, Favre was temporarily banned by the NFL from drinking alcohol, after admitting his addiction to Vicodin, and spent 46 days in rehab. His condition was so severe that he had a seizure.
October 5, 1998: Home Win Streak Ends
On October 5, 1998, the Packers lost to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football, ending their NFL record 29-game home winning streak.
1998: Lost in Wild Card Round
In 1998, the Packers lost to the San Francisco 49ers in the Wild Card Round, failing to reach the NFC Championship for the first time since 1994.
1999: Enters Rehab
In 1999, Favre checked himself into rehab for alcohol abuse and later quit drinking alcohol.
1999: No Playoff Berth
In 1999, despite positive results in recent seasons, the Packers did not make the playoffs.
1999: Bizarre Tie-Breaking Scenario
In 1999, during the final game of the NFL season, Favre and the Packers were involved in a bizarre tie-breaking scenario where four teams finished with 8-8 records. The Packers needed to win, the Cowboys to lose, and for them to win the net points tie-breaker vs the Carolina Panthers. Ultimately, the Cowboys won to claim the final playoff spot, eliminating the Packers.
2000: No Playoff Berth
In 2000, despite positive results in recent seasons, the Packers did not make the playoffs.
2002: Playoff Appearance and Loss
In 2002, Favre and the Packers made the playoffs but suffered their first home playoff loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
2003: Playoff Appearance and Loss
In 2003, Favre and the Packers made the playoffs again, but suffered a heartbreaking playoff loss to the Eagles.
2004: Concussion and Touchdown Pass
During a game in the 2004 season against the New York Giants, Favre suffered a concussion, but still threw a 28-yard touchdown pass to Javon Walker. He later reported not remembering throwing the touchdown.
August 2005: Hurricane Katrina
In late August 2005, Hurricane Katrina destroyed Favre's family's home in Mississippi and extensively damaged his property in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. None of his family members were injured. He elected to continue playing in the 2005 season.
2005: Below-Average Season and Retirement Speculation
During the 2005 season, Favre had a below-average season with a league-leading 29 interceptions and a passer rating of 70.9. Many speculated that he would retire.
2005: Losing Season
In 2005, the Packers' streak of non-losing seasons ended as the team finished with a 4-12 record.
2007: Packers' Doubts and Miscommunication
After the conclusion of the 2007 season, there were doubts about Favre's ability to win another championship. There was also miscommunication between the Packers and Favre regarding his return.
December 29, 2008: Favre's MRI Reveals Torn Biceps Tendon
On December 29, 2008, an MRI revealed that Brett Favre had a torn biceps tendon in his right shoulder.
September 2009: Jets Fined for Not Reporting Favre's Injury
In September 2009, the NFL fined the New York Jets $125,000 for failing to report Brett Favre's arm injury sustained during the 2008 season.
December 5, 2010: Favre Injured Against Bills
On December 5, 2010, Brett Favre sustained a sprain of the AC joint in his right shoulder after being hit by Bills linebacker Arthur Moats.
December 13, 2010: Favre's Consecutive Start Streak Ends
On December 13, 2010, Brett Favre was inactive against the New York Giants, ending his consecutive regular-season start streak at 297 games.
December 20, 2010: Favre Suffers Concussion, Final NFL Game
On December 20, 2010, Brett Favre sustained a concussion in a game against the Chicago Bears, marking his final appearance in an NFL game.
September 24, 2024: Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis
On September 24, 2024, Favre revealed he had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
