Packers legend Favre retires

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GREEN BAY, Wisconsin (AFP) — Brett Favre has ended his legendary National Football League career after 17 glorious record-setting seasons, the Green Bay Packers announced Tuesday.

The Packers confirmed 38-year-old Favre's retirement in a statement by general manager Ted Thompson.

"Brett Favre has informed us of his intention to retire from the Green Bay Packers and the NFL," Thompson said.

Aside from compiling a Hall of Fame resume over the better part of two decades, Favre built himself a legacy as one of the game's most dynamic figures, inspiring numerous teammates and attracting countless fans.

Favre possessed one of the strongest throwing arms in NFL history and became one of the most revered players in the storied tradition of the Packers...