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It looks like the Packers intend to go with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback.

Read the statement below that was released by the team this afternoon. In particular, look at paragraphs Nos. 2 through 5. “The finality of his decision to retire was accepted by the organization,” the statement reads. “At that point, the Green Bay Packers made the commitment to move forward with our football team.”

Sounds like the Packers intend to let Favre play for another team.


PACKERS STATEMENT, JULY 11

The Green Bay Packers are aware of the latest developments regarding Brett Favre.

Brett earned and exercised the right to retire on his terms. We wanted him to return and welcomed him back on more than one occasion.

Brett's press conference and subsequent conversations in the following weeks illustrated his commitment to retirement.

The finality of his decision to retire was accepted by the organization. At that point, the Green Bay Packers made the commitment to move forward with our football team.

As a retired player, Brett has the option to apply for reinstatement with Commissioner Goodell. If that were to occur, he would become an active member of the Green Bay Packers. As always, the Packers will do what's right and in the best interest of the team.

As with all Packers greats, Brett's legacy will always be celebrated by our fans and the organization, regardless of any change in his personal intentions.

Brett and Deanna will always be a part of the Packers family.

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