Green Bay Packers’ fans have something to cheer about this season. Their star quarterback, Brett Favre has decided to not to retire and is all set to return for his 17th NFL season in 2007. Favre announced his decision to return to NFL in an interview to the Sun Herald. Favre seemed to be pretty excited about returning to pro football and was eager to play alongside his talented and much younger teammates.

More than anybody, Favre’s decision brought cheer to Packers’ general manager Ted Thompson. Favre’s return means that Packers would have chances of making it to the playoffs.

Favre did not fare so well in the 2005 season. However, in the 2006 season, he had 18 touchdown passes with 18 interceptions. If this form continues in 2007, the Packers’ would be definite contenders for the playoffs. Favre also seems to be personally confident about his own ability and believes that he can still contribute significantly to the team’s fortunes in the next season. After playing 16 full seasons in NFL, Favre does not think he is too old.

Favre is unarguably one the best quarterbacks in the NFL. He holds the record for completing most number of passes and had 237 consecutive regular season starts. A good performance this season could be beneficial for Favre on an individual level. It can place him on the list of 5 best quarterbacks of all time. He needs 2 wins to surpass John Elway for the most wins by a quarterback and 7 touchdowns passes to break the record of Dan Marino record.