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Imagine Brett Favre as a member of the Dallas Cowboys and Tony Romo in a Green Bay Packers uniform.
Give it a second...
Okay, now that the shock has worn off, let’s discuss. Apparently that was a real possibility at some point in the mid-2000s, as Bill Parcells was very interested in bringing Favre to Dallas during his tenure there. However, he balked when the Packers asked for Tony Romo in return. Of course, Romo probably would have been happy to return to his home state, but Packers fans should obviously be pleased and grateful that our team ended up with Aaron Rodgers instead.
As you’ll see, the exact year this took place and the details of the situation aren’t clear, but this revelation comes from a very reputable source.
While we’re busy looking back, we also must look forward to 2017 in today’s Curds. Randall Cobb is doing just that, while keeping the 2016 postseason in the back of his mind as a reminder that he is still capable of making a huge impact in the middle of the field. Reports of his demise have been greatly exaggerated.
Jayrone Elliott getting 'locked in' for new season | Packers.com
Last year was supposed to be the time for Elliott to break out, but he stayed primarily on special teams throughout the season after dealing with a hamstring injury. Back on a one-year deal for 2017, he should be one of the first pass-rushers off the bench when Nick Perry or Clay Matthews need a rest, and he's likely to have far more opportunities on defense.
Packers hope Randall Cobb’s playoff revival carries over to 2017 | Packers Wire
Despite being written off towards the end of last season, Cobb had a resurgence in the playoffs, averaging six catches and nearly 90 receiving yards per postseason game.
Martellus Bennett can bring new dimension to Packers offense | Packersnews.com
Aaron Rodgers has thrown 103 passes to his tight ends each of the past two years - that's one year without and one with Jared Cook. We're betting that number will rise with the additions of Bennett and Lance Kendricks.
Were The Cowboys Interested In Trading For Brett Favre During The Bill Parcells Era? - Blogging The Boys
Ed Werder (formerly of ESPN) has always been well-plugged-in when it comes to the Cowboys and to Favre-related news, and he revealed this week that Parcells wanted to acquire Favre during his tenure in Dallas.
Cowboys’ David Irving suspended four games for PED violation | NFL.com
Irving, who has become one of Dallas’ best pass-rushers, will be eligible to return just in time for the Packers-Cowboys game at AT&T Stadium in Week 5.
The Supreme Court decision in New Jersey's sports gambling case could be worth billions around the country - SBNation.com
The top court has agreed to hear arguments related to whether a federal act banning sports gambling is constitutional or if it violates the 10th Amendment (which deals with states having the right to legislate issues not specifically designated for Congress).