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Favre tosses TD pass in Jets debut
Kansas City Star | August 17, 2008
Brett Favre threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Dustin Keller to cap his second series in his New York Jets debut against the Washington Redskins on Saturday night.

Brett Favre throws 4-yard TD pass on second series of Jets debut, a 13-10 loss to Redskins
Star Tribune | August 17, 2008

Favre tosses TD pass in Jets debut
San Francisco Chronicle | August 17, 2008
Brett Favre threw a 4-yard touchdown pass to Dustin Keller to cap his second series in his New York Jets debut against the Washington Redskins on Saturday night. Favre, acquired from Green Bay last week, took the snap, looked to his left and found the rookie...

NFL: Favre fires TD pass for Jets
Philly.com | August 17, 2008

Favre throws TD pass in his Jets debut
Kansas City Star | August 17, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. | Brett Favre second-guessed himself at times during the last few weeks. He doubted whether he was doing the right thing by coming out of retirement and leaving Green Bay.

Favre impressive in his debut with Jets
Denver Post | August 17, 2008
Brett Favre proved he's a quick study. The Jets' new quarterback also showed he has plenty of zip remaining in his rocket right arm.

Favre sharp in debut, but Jets fall to Redskins
Orlando Sentinel | August 17, 2008
Brett Favre proved he's a quick study. The New York Jets' new quarterback also showed he has plenty of zip remaining in that rocket right arm.

Favre sharp in preseason debut
Baltimore Sun | August 17, 2008
Jets quarterback throws for a TD, but 'Skins win, 13-10 Brett Favre proved he's a quick study. The New York Jets' new quarterback also showed he has plenty of zip remaining in that rocket right arm.

Favre Starts for Jets, Brennan Finishes for Redskins
Washington Post | August 17, 2008

Favre must connect with Coles
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
The commotion started during pregame warm-ups. There was instant applause as people raised their voices just a bit higher than their clicking cell phone cameras, and it was the kind of reception that was anticipated and expected of someone capable of creating a buzz just by walking on a football field.

Super letdown for injured Tyree
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
ALBANY - The most out-of-place element of that Sports Illustrated cover a few weeks ago wasn't the magical, gravity-defying football that adhered to David Tyree's helmet. No, it was the words that were printed below his face, hugging him like a chin strap.

Favre a winner in Jets loss to Redskins
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
Brett Favre concisely put the night into perspective using just eight words.

This looks like start of something real big
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
Given the fact that he was only 10 days into his tenure with the Jets, there was really only one word that fully captured Brett Favre's performance last night: perfect.

Favre fever off Broadway
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
You're a 25-year-old Wisconsinite and med school student at Columbia who happens to have written and produced a partly autobiographical off-off-Broadway play about a Brett Favre-obsessed man.

Oh baby, Jets fans can't get enough of Favre
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
Tim Donnelly won't soon forget the events of Aug. 7.

Tannenbaum worked OT to make Favre a Jet
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
Between practices Wednesday at Hofstra, Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum opened an interview session by good-naturedly poking fun at what he figured - correctly - would be the headlines in the following day's newspapers.

Jets corner Lowery stands out again
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
It would have been almost impossible for Dwight Lowery's second preseason game to trump his first.

WHERE ARE THEY NOW? BROWNING NAGLE
New York Newsday | August 17, 2008
For years, Jets fans have tortured themselves by wondering how their franchise's history would have been different if they landed Brett Favre instead of Browning Nagle in the 1991 draft.

Photo gallery: Favre starts for Jets vs. Washington
PackersNews.com | August 16, 2008
Brett Favre made his debut with the New York Jets on Saturday in a preseason contest against the Washington Redskins.

Favre tosses TD pass in Jets' loss to Redskins
Baltimore Sun | August 16, 2008
Brett Favre proved he's a quick study. The New York Jets' new quarterback also showed he has plenty of zip remaining in that rocket right arm.

Favre shines for Jets
Denver Post | August 16, 2008
Brett Favre proved he's a quick study. The New York Jets' new quarterback also showed he has plenty of zip remaining in that rocket right arm.

Slideshow: Broadway Brett a draw at Jets camp
PackersNews.com | August 16, 2008
Fans flocked to New York Jets training camp to see legendary quarterback Brett Favre.

NFL: Favre's Jets debut is tonight vs. Skins
Philly.com | August 16, 2008
Missed opportunities by the first-team offense and Keystone Kops special-teams play were traits reminiscent of a year ago, when the Eagles stumbled out of the starting gate on their way to an 8-8 season that earned them a spot at the bottom of the NFC East standings.

Favre set to make Jets debut tonight
Star Tribune | August 16, 2008

Redskins at Jets
Washington Post | August 16, 2008
When: 7 p.m. Where: Giants Stadium. TV: WUSA-9, Comcast SportsNet.

It's not just a ho-hum preseason game for Favre
New York Newsday | August 16, 2008
It will not be just another preseason game, meaning a dull, meaningless, can't-end-soon-enough affair.

Favre ready for Jets debut
Buffalo News | August 16, 2008
HEMPSTEAD -- Brett Favre's next big test before taking the field for his New York Jets debut will be finding his way to the correct locker room.

Schottenheimer: Brett's mind as good as his arm
New York Newsday | August 15, 2008
Brian Schottenheimer understands the "gunslinger" label affixed to Brett Favre for most of his career, but the Jets' offensive coordinator said that's not all there is to his new quarterback.

THE RANT
New York Newsday | August 15, 2008
"Of course Brett Favre's arm is tired. Soon the rest of him will be, too, from carrying the franchise on his back."

If you're a Jet, it's great to be able to vent
New York Newsday | August 15, 2008
It's great to be able to vent

Slideshow: Broadway Brett a draw at Jets camp
PackersNews.com | August 14, 2008
Fans flocked to New York Jets training camp to see legendary quarterback Brett Favre.

Redskins ready for Favre circus Saturday vs. Jets
Star Tribune | August 14, 2008

Jets' Favre says arm feels 'fatigued'
Kansas City Star | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre took it easy on his rocket right arm after firing a few duds earlier in the day.

Jets' Favre says arm feels 'fatigued'
San Francisco Chronicle | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre took it easy on his rocket right arm after firing a few duds earlier in the day. "No pain, but I'm 38 years old," the Jets quarterback said Wednesday. "It's going to be fatigued a little bit." Favre took noticeably fewer snaps in the evening...

Favre says arm is 'fatigued' after Jets practice
USA Today | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre dropped back, looked downfield and launched a long spiral about 5 yards past his intended receiver. A few plays later, ...

Jets' Favre says arm feeling 'fatigued'
Baltimore Sun | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre dropped back, looked downfield and launched a long spiral about 5 yards past his intended receiver. A few plays later, the New York Jets quarterback short-hopped a toss that thumped into the grass.

Favre's charisma will help Jets sell PSLs
New York Newsday | August 14, 2008
The crowd will be larger than usual for a preseason football game this Saturday because there will be something to see. The first glimpse of Brett Favre in a Jets uniform will be enough to convince folks to pay good money for a game that will lose all significance once Favre sits for good in the second quarter.

THE RED ZONE: Quick hits from around training camp
New York Newsday | August 14, 2008
Wow factor

Arm-weary Favre feeling his age at Jets workouts
New York Newsday | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre said yesterday he felt "like a 38-year-old" for the first time since joining the Jets on the practice field.

Jets' Favre says arm feels 'fatigued'
Buffalo News | August 14, 2008
Brett Favre took it easy on his rocket right arm after firing a few duds earlier in the day.

Jets' Favre says arm is 'fatigued'
Denver Post | August 13, 2008
Brett Favre said his rocket right arm felt "fatigued" — but not sore — during a break from his fifth day of practice with the New York Jets.

Jets likely on local TV
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | August 13, 2008
WDJT-TV (Channel 58) has not received confirmation or permission, but it seems likely the station can carry at least...

What's new for NFL fans at Giants Stadium
New York Newsday | August 13, 2008
Here's a look at what will be different for fans attending Giants and Jets home games this season, announced yesterday by the New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority:

Giants Stadium: Tighter guidelines for fans
New York Newsday | August 13, 2008
Acknowledging that many fans are fed up with an unruly minority among them, the NFL last week announced a recommended "Fan Code of Conduct" for its teams.

Low-key Giants prepared to defend their title
New York Newsday | August 13, 2008
After spending the better part of the past week following the Brett Favre circus with the Jets, the thing you notice about life with the Giants is the silence.

Even Jets defenders are in awe of Favre's arm
New York Newsday | August 13, 2008
It was an unusual sound in that since Brett Favre started practicing with the Jets, it hadn't yet happened.

Racine man: I bought Favre Jets jersey 6 years ago
PackersNews.com | August 12, 2008
RACINE Joe Braun thought he bought a Brett Favre Packers jersey for his wife for Christmas six years ago. Instead he accidentally got a mostly green one with a Jets logo on the sleeve. But the 55-year-old and his 54-year-old wife Jeannette decided to keep it.

Backup Jets quarterbacks recall college playing days against Rodgers
PackersNews.com | August 12, 2008
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. One day, Kellen Clemens or Brett Ratliff may end up replacing Brett Favre.

Less tailgaiting time for Giants, Jets fans
San Francisco Chronicle | August 12, 2008
The Meadowlands Sports Complex has issued new rules regarding alcohol and fan behavior. Tailgate parties can only start five hours before New York Giants and Jets games instead of seven. Also, season ticketholders who are ejected from the stadium or arena...

NFL Network lands Jets
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | August 12, 2008
The NFL Network understands a gift when it gets one. An exhibition New York Jets game is anything but must-see...

Faneca must help build Jets' wall around Favre
New York Newsday | August 12, 2008
He wasn't bear-hugged at the airport by a raucous welcoming committee. There was no scenic helicopter tour over Manhattan or the Jets' new training facility in New Jersey, or a handshake or hello from the mayor, and nobody planted a tree in his honor.

Chad looks solid in first practice with Dolphins
New York Newsday | August 12, 2008
Chad Pennington worked overtime yesterday in his first practice with the Dolphins.

For Favre, everyone's a target, so keep moving
New York Newsday | August 12, 2008
Getting accustomed to the velocity of Brett Favre's passes is something the Jets' receivers are working on. But rookie tight end Dustin Keller said there's more involved in getting used to Favre than merely adjusting to ball speed.

THE RED ZONE: Quick hits from around training camp
New York Newsday | August 12, 2008
Return of Schable

Jets receivers' stinging hands feel impact of Favre's arrival
USA Today | August 11, 2008
Brett Favre's impact is already being felt by his new receivers' stinging hands. "Whatever route you have, you better run it ...

'Taxing' start for Favre with Jets as QB learns new offense
USA Today | August 11, 2008
Back to the nuts and bolts of football after weeks of transitional drama, Brett Favre surely can't coast through training camp ...

Drop and give me a lap!
New York Newsday | August 11, 2008
It was the lap seen and heard around the world.

THE RANT
New York Newsday | August 11, 2008
"Too bad Brett Favre isn't a relief pitcher. He might have looked good in the Yankees' bullpen."

Favre dazzles Jets, fans with rocket to Cotchery
New York Newsday | August 11, 2008
It was difficult to tell who was more impressed with the throw, the fans or the players.

Lowery shows he s in comfort zone
New York Newsday | August 11, 2008
Dwight Lowery is keenly aware of what Brett Favre can do, even if he's a rookie and hasn't spent as much time as others lining up opposite him.

Brett Favre cheered as he runs penalty lap after fumbling snap at 2nd practice with Jets
Star Tribune | August 10, 2008

Favre joins Jets practice, will start next preseason game
USA Today | August 10, 2008
Brett Favre stood in front of yet another throng of reporters, a towel draping his shoulders and a bead of sweat dripping from ...

Favre to start for Jets next Saturday
Detroit News | August 10, 2008
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. -- Brett Favre stood in front of yet another throng of reporters, a towel draping his shoulders and a bead of sweat dripping from his gray-speckled hair.

Rude Awakening: Favre may face bleak season as quarterback of Jets
St. Louis Post-Dispatch | August 10, 2008
Years ago, the joke around the NFL was that the cruelest way for a team to get revenge on a player was to send him to Green Bay, the Siberia of the NFL.

NFL: Jets' Favre to start Saturday
Philly.com | August 10, 2008

Favre sees some action on field with Jets
Kansas City Star | August 10, 2008
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. | Brett Favre got a standing ovation from an overflow crowd that went to great lengths to get a good look at the New York Jets’ newest quarterback Saturday. He was cheered again when he completed his first pass of practice.

Jets will start Favre on Saturday
Star Tribune | August 10, 2008

2007 model Favre a great deal, but Jets could also have a clunker (Memphis Commercial Appeal)
Yahoo! News | August 10, 2008
Jets fans should remain skeptical

Favre likely to jell with Jets
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | August 10, 2008
Former National Football League coach Marty Schottenheimer , who recently joined Sirius NFL Radio as a show...

Jets put Brett Favre straight to work
Orlando Sentinel | August 10, 2008
Brett Favre stood in front of yet another throng of reporters, a towel draping his shoulders and a bead of sweat dripping from his gray-speckled hair.

Favre's first start with Jets to come Saturday vs. 'Skins
Baltimore Sun | August 10, 2008
Browns release former Ravens cornerback Baxter Brett Favre got a standing ovation from an overflow crowd that went to great lengths to get a good look at the New York Jets' newest quarterback yesterday. He was cheered again when he completed his first pass of practice.

LET'S RANT
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
Fire for Favre

Favre hopes he can finally beat Pennington
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
Chad Pennington received a vote of confidence from a rather surprising source yesterday afternoon. Moments after Brett Favre's first practice in a Jets uniform, on the same field where Pennington toiled diligently for the previous eight seasons, it was Favre himself who gushed about the player he will now replace.

Might be a stretch that Favre, Jets will be great
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
He jogged onto the practice field yesterday while Springsteen's "Glory Days" pumped through the speakers, and that was the first uh-oh sign on this historic afternoon, because that song is a wail about a once-great player opining about the long-gone good old days. Therefore, does this mean Brett Favre left his 350-yard, five-TD, gunslinging games in Green Bay?

Favre thrown right to work by Jets
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
Sweat still dripping from his forehead and the memories of too many mistakes for his liking still fresh in his mind, Brett Favre said he felt like "a rookie."

Mangini admits obvious: Pennington a unique foe
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
Eric Mangini started down the road of "he's just another player and players move around all the time in this league" but caught himself.

Giants could care less about what's-his-name
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
ALBANY - Players and coaches - especially coaches - like their training camps to operate with the hush of a library. Distractions of any sort are frowned upon. "Focus" is the operative word.

RANT OF THE WEEK
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
"With Favre back, won't Michael Strahan be tempted to come back for one more 'free' sack?"

Disappointed Clemens saying all the right things
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
Kellen Clemens didn't take the move personally.

Jets fans haven't reacted like this since Namath
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
When Brett Favre stepped on the Jets' practice field at Hofstra yesterday afternoon, he not only brought his future Hall of Fame cache, he supplied a large helping of hope for a success-starved fan base.

ESPN covers Favre sideline to sideline
New York Newsday | August 10, 2008
At least ESPN was able to laugh at itself.

First practice with Jets tests Favre
PackersNews.com | August 09, 2008
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. Brett Favres first act in a New York Jets uniform was nothing more than taking a snap from Nick Mangold.

Dolphins sign Chad Pennington
Palm Beach Post | August 09, 2008
The Dolphins' quarterback competition apparently is over.

Jets cashing in already
New York Newsday | August 09, 2008
There is little doubt that acquiring Brett Favre will translate into more green for Gang Green, but the early numbers already are confirming it.

Favre makes good first impression on teammates
New York Newsday | August 09, 2008
Jerricho Cotchery anticipated something different.

In Cleveland Browns' loss to Jets, focus is on team's depth
Plain Dealer | August 09, 2008
Two things became evident during the Browns' 24-20 loss to the New York Jets in the preseason opener Thursday -- their depth at receiver gets a passing grade, while their depth at defensive back is a passing fancy.

Favre begins crash course with Jets
PackersNews.com | August 08, 2008
At the Jets training camp facility at Hofstra University, new quarterback Brett Favre began preparations for his first practice, which begins today at 12:30 p.m. CDT.

Dolphins lure Pennington with two-year deal
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
Chad Pennington stayed unemployed for only a day.

Area fans will see a lot of Favre on local TV
PackersNews.com | August 08, 2008
Green Bay-area football fans will get to watch Brett Favre quarterback the New York Jets a lot this year.

Jets TE Schable leaves hospital after helmet-to-helmet hit
USA Today | August 08, 2008
Jets tight end A.J. Schable was released from a Cleveland hospital and returned to New York with the team early Friday after ...

'Fun' starts for Favre, Jets, but 'cram session' lies ahead
USA Today | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre has gone back to school. And cram session it is. The New York Jets' celebrated new quarterback is greeted by an offensive ...

Brett Favre begins his career anew after trade to the New York Jets
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | August 08, 2008

Buffalo Bills excited to face Favre-led Jets
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle | August 08, 2008

Favre primed to lead Jets after trade from Packers
Kansas City Star | August 08, 2008
Stepping down from the dais after a news conference where he didn't shed a single tear, Brett Favre squeezed the green No. 4 jersey in his hands. Before the door to New York's locker room was shut, the Jets' new quarterback was asked one final question. "Brett, is this a one-year commitment?" he was asked. "We'll see," Favre said. Goodbye, Green Bay. Hello, Gotham.

Favre joins Jets, unsure of new team
St. Louis Post-Dispatch | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre held up his new green jersey, hoping he'd made the right decision.

Broncos set Jets' table
Denver Post | August 08, 2008
The Broncos' ingenuity in their acquisition of Dewayne Robertson provided the framework for the deal that helped the New York Jets land Brett Favre.

NFL: Jets' Schable carted off after hit
Philly.com | August 08, 2008
Some key questions are:

Chiefs eyeing former Jets QB
Kansas City Star | August 08, 2008
CHICAGO | Herm Edwards and Chad Pennington once made for a successful coach-quarterback combination.

Jets win preseason opener as Favre watches
USA Today | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre's big-play ability rubbed off on the New York Jets, who scored three long touchdowns in a 24-20 win over the Cleveland ...

Brett Favre joins Dolphins-Jets rivalry
Palm Beach Post | August 08, 2008
J-E-T-S, Favre! Favre! Favre!

For Jets, Favre is just short-term solution
Tennessean | August 08, 2008
NEW YORK — The New York Jets spent millions of owner Woody Johnson's dollars in the offseason trying to build a team that could get them out of the shadow of the Patriots in their division and the Giants in their city.

Recap: Cleveland vs. NY Jets
Kansas City Star | August 08, 2008
Cleveland quarterback Brady Quinn's 13-of-17, 133-yard performance was overshadowed by a legend who didn't even play, as New York's 24-20 preseason victory over Cleveland was put on the back burner with the Jets trading for Brett Favre on Thursday.

Favre merchandise set to be big seller for Jets
PackersNews.com | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre is an economic engine and the National Football League is glad to have him back.

Favre: 'I'm Here To Help The Jets Win'
Tampa Bay Online | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre held up his new green jersey, hoping he made the right decision.

Favre lands Jets on CBS
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | August 08, 2008
The Green Bay Packers traded Brett Favre out of conference, but not out of sight. On the...

Favre making fresh start with Jets
Baltimore Sun | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre held up his new green jersey, hoping he made the right decision.

Bill Ordine: Favre has little time to adjust, win
Baltimore Sun | August 08, 2008
Quarterback has little time to adjust, win T rading all-time great Brett Favre to the New York Jets might have Green Bay management on trial for the rest of this season as the Packers rely on untested Aaron Rodgers to reprise last year's playoff run, but Favre is hardly in the most comfortable position, either.

Jets fans can't hide their glee
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
Brett! Brett! Brett!

Iconic Jets: First it was Namath, now it is Favre
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
BRETT FAVRE'S HALL OF FAME CAREER with the Packers began with the kind of slapstick moment that so many Jets quarterbacks have experienced over the years. He completed his first NFL pass - to himself.

New Favre Jets jerseys in high demand
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
Just as quickly as Brett Favre swapped his customary green-and-gold for green-and-white, Jets fans snatched up the opportunity to purchase a jersey supporting the team's newest quarterback.

Jettisoned Pennington knew his job was in jeopardy
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
CLEVELAND - The person least surprised by the Jets' midnight deal for Brett Favre might have been the player most directly affected.

Favre: Jets GM Tannenbaum lured me to New York
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
CLEVELAND - Brett Favre made it clear last night that one man was responsible for selling him on the idea of wearing the green and white No. 4 jersey he held up moments earlier.

ESPN gets boost for MNF in Week 3
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
ESPN will be denied the spectacle of Brett Favre being honored at the first "Monday Night Football" game of the season in Green Bay, but check out two Mondays after that:

Glazer spends day in airport, gets Favre scoop
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
Fox's Jay Glazer has compiled a string of NFL-related scoops, but he had to go beyond the usual call of duty to win the Brett Favre-to-the-Jets sweepstakes late Wednesday night.

He's catalyst in this experiment
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
CLEVELAND

BRETT FAVRE MOMENTS
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
Sept. 20, 1992, vs. Cincinnati at Lambeau Field. Replaces injured starter Don Majkowski in the first quarter, and leads two scoring drives in the final eight minutes of the game in a 24-23 victory over the Bengals.

Bucs weren t close
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
GM Allen says team never got into serious talks with Green Bay LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - Despite earlier reports to the contrary, the spin out of Tampa Bay training camp yesterday was that the Buccaneers were never that serious about trading for Brett Favre.

Brett Ratliff goes 14-for-20 in Jets' victory
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
CLEVELAND - Truer words were never spoken than when on Tuesday Eric Mangini said to attach no significance to who would start last night's preason opener at quarterback for the Jets.

No way long-suffering Jets can lose on Favre deal
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
The man is 38, interception-prone, coming to a 4-12 team that wasn't his first choice, and dealing with a totally new environment. And if you think the drama surrounding him was thick this offseason, wait 'til next.

Thanks to Favre, Jets finally matter again
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
It has only taken them 32 years, but the Jets have finally found a replacement for Joe Namath.

Favre deal makes some Jets fans skeptical
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
Brett Favre is a football player first and foremost. So, in theory, was Joe Namath, the only quarterback to lead the Jets to a Super Bowl and still the biggest name in franchise history.

Packer backers divided
New York Newsday | August 08, 2008
As Brett Favre traded one green jersey for another yesterday, fans from Green Bay remained torn when it came to discussing the man who has been the face of the franchise, but then defected after 16 years of service.

Cleveland Browns lose preseason opener to New York Jets
Plain Dealer | August 08, 2008
Lightning and heavy rain deprived the Browns' first teams of a full quarter's work in the team's preseason opener against the New York Jets on Thursday night at Cleveland Browns Stadium.

With Favre watching from sideline, Jets beat Browns 24-20 in preseason opener
Star Tribune | August 07, 2008

Jets win preseason opener as Favre watches
San Francisco Chronicle | August 07, 2008
Brett Favre's big-play ability rubbed off on the New York Jets, who scored three long touchdowns in a 24-20 win over the Cleveland Browns as their new star quarterback watched from the sideline Thursday night. Dwight Lowery returned a punt 62 yards to score...

Jets cut Chad Pennington with Favre in the fold
USA Today | August 07, 2008
Chad Pennington quickly became the odd man out once Brett Favre joined the New York Jets. Pennington was released Thursday, ending ...

With Favre in fold, Jets cut ties with Pennington
San Francisco Chronicle | August 07, 2008
Chad Pennington quickly became the odd man out once Brett Favre joined the New York Jets. Pennington was released Thursday, ending the quarterback's eight-year, injury-plagued career with the Jets. He was expected to find a new home soon: Minnesota and Miami...

Fans have their say about Brett Favre
PackersNews.com | August 07, 2008
In the wake of the Brett Favre trade to the New York Jets, we asked Green Bay Packers fans to share what theyd say to Favre if they had the opportunity. Heres a sampling from Thursdays e-mails:

Favre joins Jets; 'The last 24 hours have been crazy'
Baltimore Sun | August 07, 2008
Three-time MVP introduced after being traded by Pack for conditional draft pick; 'The last 24 hours have been crazy' Three-time MVP dealt, ending lengthy standoff; Green Bay to reportedly obtain draft pick that could change in value Bill Ordine: Packers take risk by backing Rodgers Photos: Brett Favre's career

Analysis: Favre makes Jets players in Big Apple, AFC East
USA Today | August 07, 2008
The New York Jets, now 40 years removed from their lone Super Bowl title, have long played second-fiddle to the New York Giants, ...

Favre traded to Jets
Philly.com | August 07, 2008
It is absolutely unbelievable the lengths to which New York teams have to go to get on the back page of the city's sensational tabloids.

It's done: Packers trade Favre to Jets
Detroit News | August 07, 2008
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Green Bay Packers have reached an agreement to trade quarterback Brett Favre to the New York Jets, the team announced late Wednesday night. Terms of the trade weren't immediately available.

Favre traded to Jets, Packers confirm
Philly.com | August 07, 2008
Favre's agent, James "Bus" Cook, confirmed the deal in a text message to the Associated Press .

Favre saga over as QB gets fresh start with Jets
San Francisco Chronicle | August 07, 2008
Brett Favre's journey from retirement and back has finally ended _ in New York. The Green Bay Packers reached an agreement Wednesday night to trade their three-time MVP and Super Bowl-winning quarterback to the New York Jets, ending an emotionally grinding...

Headed to Broadway: Packers trade Brett Favre to N.Y. Jets
USA Today | August 07, 2008
The Brett Favre era in Green Bay officially came to a close early Thursday morning as the Packers traded their iconic quarterback ...

Favre traded to Jets
Kansas City Star | August 07, 2008
The Green Bay Packers reportedly traded quarterback Brett Favre to the New York Jets on Wednesday night. ESPN.com reported that the Jets will send a draft pick to Green Bay for Favre.

Packers trade Favre to the Jets
PackersNews.com | August 07, 2008
The Green Bay Packers agreed late Wednesday night to trade quarterback Brett Favre to New York after Jets officials made an all-out, 11th-hour blitz to convince Favre and his family to come to the Big Apple. The Packers will receive a draft pick.

Packers trade Favre to Jets
Star Tribune | August 07, 2008

Brett Favre traded to New York Jets
Kansas City Star | August 07, 2008
GREEN BAY, Wis. | Brett Favre will be in a different shade of green this fall. The Favre soap opera reached its climax late Wednesday night when the Green Bay Packers announced on their Web site that they had an agreement to trade quarterback Favre to the New York Jets.

Packers, Jets confirm agreement to trade Brett Favre, ending unretirement saga
Star Tribune | August 07, 2008

Favre heads to Jets, plays here Nov. 23
Tennessean | August 07, 2008
Broadway Brett?

Brett Favre traded to the Jets
New York Newsday | August 07, 2008
The Jets have pulled off one of the most stunning trades in their history, acquiring Brett Favre from the Packers late Wednesday night. The Jets outbid the Bucs for the 38-year-old Favre, whose arrival means the departure of 32-year-old Chad Pennington.

QB heads to New York Jets for future draft choice
PackersNews.com | August 07, 2008
An 11th-hour blitz landed the New York Jets a future Pro Football Hall of Famer.

Starters shine, but Jets win
ClevelandBrowns.com | August 07, 2008
The Browns got off to a flying start Thursday night, but then the rain -- and the Jets -- stole the show.

Fox: Favre traded to Jets
Kansas City Star | August 07, 2008
Brett Favre left Green Bay on Wednesday, most likely for good. While he has gone home to Mississippi for the time being, he could end up in New York very soon.

Bucs Move On As Packers Deal Favre To Jets
Tampa Bay Online | August 07, 2008
According to FOXsports.com, the Green Bay Packers have agreed to trade Brett Favre to the New York Jets, ending widespread speculation the former NFL MVP and Super Bowl quarterback would end up with the Bucs.

Brett Favre eludes Bucs: Green Bay Packers trade former QB to New York Jets
Orlando Sentinel | August 07, 2008
It appears the Brett Favre drama is over, and the Tampa Bay Bucs have come up short.

Jets get Brett
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | August 07, 2008
Green Bay - All along, the New York Jets were the team most interested in Brett Favre, even amidst reports that the Tampa...

Packers: Favre traded to Jets
Baltimore Sun | August 07, 2008
Green Bay to reportedly obtain draft pick that could change in value Unretired quarterback Brett Favre left Green Bay yesterday, and it appears to be for good. The Packers said last night they traded the three-time NFL Most Valuable Player to the New York Jets.

Done deal: Favre shipped to Jets
Buffalo News | August 07, 2008
NEW YORK -- The Jets have pulled off one of the most stunning trades in their history, acquiring Brett Favre from the Green Bay Packers late Wednesday night. The Jets outbid the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the 38-year-old Favre, whose arrival means the departure of 32-year-old Chad Pennington.

Match 'em up: Browns vs. Jets
ClevelandBrowns.com | August 06, 2008
A look at the matchups and key areas for Thursday's night's preseason opener at Cleveland Browns Stadium.

The Red Zone: Quick hits from aro und training camp
New York Newsday | August 06, 2008
Taking it in stride

Don't read into it
New York Newsday | August 06, 2008
Mangini: Preseason opener QB starter won't mean anything, really The Jets' quarterbacks promise they're just as much in the dark as everyone else regarding who will start tomorrow night's preseason opener in Cleveland.

Mangini throws playful jabs at Richardson
New York Newsday | August 05, 2008
Ask Eric Mangini about veteran fullback Tony Richardson and the Jets' coach turns into some kind of Comedy Central Roast Master.

The Red Zone: Quick hits from around training camp
New York Newsday | August 05, 2008
Talking about Favre

Talent of rookie end Keller excites Jets at camp
New York Newsday | August 04, 2008
Dustin Keller wasn't trying to sound cocky.

Jets owner happy with Pennington, Clemens
Detroit News | August 03, 2008
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. -- Who needs Brett Favre? New York Jets owner Woody Johnson thinks his team is fine at the quarterback position.

Chad's Green team wins Jets scrimmage
New York Newsday | August 03, 2008
Chad Pennington's Green team won the day.

THE RED ZONE: Quick hits from around training camp
New York Newsday | August 03, 2008
No payoff this time

Jets' Revis his own worst critic
New York Newsday | August 02, 2008
There seems to be a disconnect between Eric Mangini and Darrelle Revis on just how good a first season the rookie cornerback had.

Mangini: the QB who finishes strongest wins job
New York Newsday | August 02, 2008
Jets coach Eric Mangini compared the quarterback competition between Chad Pennington and Kellen Clemens to a horse race that was still in its early stages.

Jets interest in Favre said to be less than heated
New York Newsday | August 01, 2008
A published report last night that said the Jets and Packers were in "serious talks" for retired Packers quarterback Brett Favre exaggerated things somewhat, a person close to the situation said.

Mangini hot under collar after sweltering practice
New York Newsday | August 01, 2008
For the first time this training camp, Eric Mangini expressed some disgust with his players after a practice and ripped into them. Or at least what amounts to a rip job by Mangini.

Jets Jenkins has a nose for his new position
New York Newsday | August 01, 2008
Jets center Nick Mangold has faced new nose tackle Kris Jenkins for a week in training camp. He summed up the experience yesterday.

Despite move, Woody wants Jets connected to LI
New York Newsday | August 01, 2008
Woody Johnson understands the emotions many Jets fans are feeling in this, the 41st and final training camp at Hofstra.

The Red Zone
New York Newsday | August 01, 2008
Quick hits from around training camp Keep away

Manginis celebrate life of deceased father
New York Newsday | July 31, 2008
Eric Mangini said yesterday was a tough day for his mother, but as the Jets coach talked a little bit longer, it became clear it was equally tough for him.

Carton's screams for Brett don't make him a Jet
New York Newsday | July 31, 2008
Loud voice of FAN

Jets' versatile Smith focuses on receiving
New York Newsday | July 31, 2008
Eric Mangini wasn't talking about Brad Smith, but he easily could have been.

The Red Zone: Quick hits from around training camp
New York Newsday | July 30, 2008
Sink or swim

Mangini: Shorter practices prevent injuries
New York Newsday | July 30, 2008
After hearing Monday morning that they would have the day off, players were suspicious.

Jets' Miller is one happy camper
New York Newsday | July 30, 2008
An NFL player is rarely described as "enjoying" or "appreciating" training camp.

Hard work is paying off for Washington
New York Newsday | July 29, 2008
It just wasn't good enough for Leon Washington. He set a Jets franchise record with three kickoff returns for touchdowns in 2007, and his six touchdowns overall tied him with Laveranues Coles for team best.

Clemens struggling early in Jets' camp
New York Newsday | July 28, 2008
In a quarterback competition in which just about every movement is scrutinized, mistakes - as Chad Pennington said in an interview Saturday - are more painful than when a starter already has been determined.

THE RED ZONE: Quick hits from around the camp
New York Newsday | July 28, 2008
Favre-surdity

Jets' Pennington wants Favre questions answered
New York Newsday | July 28, 2008
Chad Pennington would like the Brett Favre-to-the-Jets speculation to be resolved.

Favre-to-Jets talk quiets
New York Newsday | July 27, 2008
Mum usually is the word from the Jets when it comes to most things football-related and it was again yesterday regarding Brett Favre.

Odds against Chad?
New York Newsday | July 27, 2008
Chad Pennington said it has occurred to him that the deck might be stacked against him in his ongoing battle with Kellen Clemens to be the Jets starter this season.

Woodhead done for Jets
Buffalo News | July 27, 2008
HEMPSTEAD -- Danny Woodhead's NFL dream will have to wait.

Jets sign top pick Gholston
USA Today | July 26, 2008
Vernon Gholston was ready to hit the books after taking the field for the first time as the New York Jets' latest millionaire.

Jets sign top pick Gholston to $50 million deal
San Francisco Chronicle | July 26, 2008
Vernon Gholston was ready to hit the books after taking the field for the first time as the New York Jets' latest millionaire. "I'm definitely a step behind," the No. 6 overall pick said Friday. "I missed practice (Thursday) and I haven't been up here, but,...

Discipline is key to Parcells' motivational magic
Palm Beach Post | July 26, 2008
When Bill Parcells took over as coach of the New York Jets in 1997, Marty Lyons was eight years removed from the field. He hadn't played a snap since he retired after 11 seasons with the Jets, many of them as a member of the famed New York Sack Exchange.

Jets sign top pick Gholston to five-year deal
New York Newsday | July 26, 2008
As the questions continued to focus on a singular topic, Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum good-naturedly decided to ask the reporters surrounding him a question.

THE RED ZONE: Quick hits from around training camp
New York Newsday | July 26, 2008
Frankly tired of it?

Did Packers contact Jets about dealing Favre?
New York Newsday | July 26, 2008
Just after Kellen Clemens threw an interception during Thursday afternoon's practice, a voice pierced the humid air.

Report: Jets, top pick Gholston agree to deal
New York Newsday | July 25, 2008
Linebacker Vernon Gholston, the Jets' top draft pick, missed the first day of training camp, a total of two practices, but his absence isn't expected to last much beyond that.

Mangini giving Jets a break in practices - so far
New York Newsday | July 25, 2008
Softer side?

Baker happy now that his agent, Jets are talking
New York Newsday | July 25, 2008
The last time tight end Chris Baker spoke to the media, he said his gut feeling was that he wouldn't be with the Jets when they play their 2008 season opener in Miami. It now seems possible that he will be. Although Baker didn't sound as if everything was ideal yesterday, it certainly seemed as if it's getting there.

Jets QBs vie for starting job
New York Newsday | July 25, 2008
An interception thrown during the first practice of training camp typically isn't cause for analysis or explanation.

Jets camp to open with shorter practices
New York Newsday | July 24, 2008
Jets linebacker David Harris said Eric Mangini's practices run like "clockwork," where everything down to the water breaks have a specific, and strictly followed, schedule.

Chad hones a sharper edge
New York Newsday | July 24, 2008
Maybe it was because Chad Pennington had just completed a recent morning practice session under a blistering sun, and he'd rather have been headed for the locker room for a shower and a change of clothes.

Jets sign former Packer DB Carroll
Kansas City Star | July 23, 2008
The New York Jets signed former Green Bay Packers defensive back Ahmad Carroll on Tuesday.

Jets put disgruntled Baker on PUP list
New York Newsday | July 22, 2008
The Jets placed tight end Chris Baker on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list late yesterday afternoon, a new twist in what has been a fractious relationship the last several months between Baker and the front office.