Will the Favre Saga Ever End?

Personally, I am sick and tired of this Brett Favre saga. First, he decided to cry and retire. That’s all well and good. Then, Favre decides that he made a mistake, and then he promptly decides that he wants to return. The Packers don’t know what the right course of action is. Should they keep him? Should they start him? Should they release him? Should they trade him? A million questions can be asked, but one thing is for sure. Brett Favre put the Packers in a tough spot.

The latest rumor has Brett Favre potentially landing in Tampa Bay to play for the Buccaneers by the end of today. Other teams that have been linked to his services are the Vikings, the Bears and the Jets. Who makes the most sense as a trade partner to the Packers? You guesses it: the New York Jets.

The problem with the Jets getting Favre is that the Jets don’t know whether Favre wants to play in New York. He has the right to waive any trade, so a lot is going to have to be figured out in order to get a deal done. Hopefully, this saga will end soon, because I feel like we all are eating, breathing and sleeping Brett Favre. Just let it end already.

 

–MICHAEL GANCI

BEARS: Orton to Start Pre Season Opener

Chicago Bears quarterback Kyle Orton will start the Bears’ preseason opener on Thursday against the Chiefs, according to the Chicago Tribune.

BOTTOM LINE: Although this is not a clear cut indication that Orton is the starting quarterback, this is not good news for Rex Grossman. With a positive showing in pre season, Orton could lock up the starting job, but he still wouldn’t be much more than a buy week replacement in fantasy.

BEARS: Grossman Has Great Day in Camp

Chicago Bears quarterback Rex Grossman had his best day of camp Sunday. He was near-perfect on 7-on-7 drills, according to the Chicago Sun Times.

BOTTOM LINE: It is going to be a neck and neck battle for the starting job between Kyle Orton and Grossman. Look for Grossman to retain the title, but he will certainly be on a short leash if he doesn’t perform this season. He’s not the most desirable fantasy quarterback.

BEARS: Forte Impresses More and More

Chicago Bears rookie running back Matt Forte continues to impress in Bears’ camp and it’s only a matter of time before he starts running with the first-team offense, according to the Chicago Bears’ official site.

BOTTOM LINE: Forte has impressed since being drafted, and with the exit of Cedric Benson, and the injury-proned Kevin Jones as his backup, he will certainly be a sleeper candidate in fantasy.

BEARS: Hester Holding Out

Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester is officially a training camp holdout, the Chicago Tribune reports.

BOTTOM LINE: Hester doesn’t think he can survive on $450,000, and he wants to be paid like a receiver, even though he’s caught only 20 passes in his last two seasons. He is a great return man, but he hasn’t proven himself as a receiver yet.

BEARS: Bring Kevin Jones on Board

Free Agent running back Kevin Jones has signed a contract to play for one year with the Chicago Bears. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

BOTTOM LINE: This was the best fit from everyone’s point of view. The Bears have had only Forte in their plans, and Jones can supplement his running style very well. Jones may even start eventually if he plays well enough.

Free Agent: Kevin Jones May Sign Tuesday

Free agent running back Kevin Jones’ agent has said that his client will most likely sign with either the Steelers or the Bears on Tuesday.

BOTTOM LINE: The best chance for immediate playing time would be in Chicago, where Matt Forte is currently slated to start. Jones would take away a lot of his passing downs. We’ll see what happens.

BEARS: QB Battle to Ensue

Chicago Bears quarterbacks Kyle Orton and Rex Grossman will reportedly enter taining camp on the same playing field, with neither of them having the advantage in the starting quarterback battle.

BOTTOM LINE: Obviously, whomever wins out in this battle will have more fantasy value. MY money would be on Grossman. Monitor the situation closely.