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There's Something About Brett Favre

Posted Jan 3rd 2008 4:59PM by TMZ Staff

Brett FavreHaving already burned through 3.2 million copies, Sports Illustrated is now releasing even more issues of its Sportsman of the Year mag, featuring Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre. Britney wishes her album sold like that!

The magazine did a second printing of 50,000 copies -- their first since NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt died in 2001. But that wasn't enough -- and another 100,000 copies were sent to Wisconsin to help satisfy the demand. It's not like it's the Swimsuit Issue or anything!

Favre is no stranger to being Oprah-level popular. His jersey is the best-selling jersey in the history of the NFL, and a knit cap Favre and the Packers started wearing on the sidelines this season sells for as much as $150 on eBay.

Only $150? Brit has Brett beat.


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16. really?? when was the last hed been to the super bowl?

Posted at 7:51PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by RoughDaddy

17. Roughdaddy,

February 3rd is the next time he'll be in a Superbowl.

Posted at 7:56PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Booyaka

18. I keep my copy Sports Illustrated in my car so when ever I need a Brett fix I just grab it and take a look....he is a real man!!

Posted at 8:13PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Debbie

19. I am not from Wisconsin # 11 so keep your ignorant comments to yourself!

Posted at 8:04PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Debbie

20. TMZ you finally did something right! Glad you recognized Brett Favre for the true American icon he is!

Posted at 8:06PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Ann

21. What is not to like? Admire his abilities, especially at 38. He's a stud.

Posted at 8:16PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by SuperStarSteve

22. #9
Hair Loss? W.T.F ?
TMZ you give free advertisements to the douche bag's like (#9)

Favre was admitted for prescription narcotic drug addiction how is he news?
Is he clean and sober? How long?

I saw a signed Favre official NFL football in a "CCA" store (like a Goodwill) in Dallas Texas, it was Twelve bucks and never sold.lol

Posted at 8:46PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Rusty Vain

23. aw, too bad i already threw mine out. might be worth money to someone :)

Posted at 9:18AM on Jan 4th 2008 by cindy

24. The Britney comment is uncalled for, you morons. Her new album has done remarkably well world wide considering the industry has shot itself in the foot and NO ARTIST is selling like they used to as far as heard copy album sales might have once been the barometer. But on the digital side, she tops iTunes and the other outlets, tops the radio spins and the dance club charts. Not bad for being unable to tour and promote. Climb back in your hole TMZ.

Posted at 9:22PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Regis

25. I am from Wisconsin, and we will cry when Brett no longer thrills us week after week. He's an awesome guy, the epitome of good sportsmanship, and a pleasure to watch win or lose. Must find a copy of that magazine!

Posted at 9:34PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by kalenak

26. #6 are you kidding - Favre or Beckham - not even a contest.......Beckham is a pretty boy that doesn't even come close to Brett Favre

Posted at 9:35PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Lynn

27. brett is god he is the best thing to ever happen to green bay. the r going all the way to the superbowl and are goin to beat te patriots to be champions like in the lombardi era. bringing the title backto title town. GO PACK GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! pure wisconsin cheesehead. greee bay kicks ass

Posted at 9:38PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by hurrikahne9

28. Barack Obama is winning the Iowa Caucases BITCHESSSSSSS, Obama 08 holllaaaaa

Posted at 9:44PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by Gerald B

29. Tom Brady should have been on this cover.....I think Brett is buying them all???

Posted at 9:56AM on Jan 5th 2008 by cureheis

30. i have a copy!!!!!!! Brett is THE man! He's awesome! He's adorable! I was so excited to see him on this site! Go Brett!

From your #1 cheesehead!

Posted at 10:15PM on Jan 3rd 2008 by writergal

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