Yes, Even Brett Favre

Brett Favre is under investigation for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. It appears even Brett Favre is not immune to the power of technology. Now we know why Brett had such a hard time deciding if he wanted to return for one final season. He probably anticipated this media scandal and wondered if it was worth the risk. Is his legacy in jeopardy? Will he be remembered as the 3 time league MVP who won a Super Bowl and passed for 70,000 yards and 500 touchdowns or will he be remembered for sending pictures of his penis and lewd text messages to reporters and massage therapists?

In my opinion he will be remembered for the latter because the American public craves drama. We build people up just to tear them down and pass judgement when they don't meet our unrealistic expectations. It is always more painful and disappointing for fans when athletes they don't expect to get in trouble show their human side. This is reminiscent of Mark McGwire pleading the 5th when asked about his steroid use. We all thought he was one of the good guys until the curtain was pulled back and Mark was exposed as a cheater and a liar. In the upcoming weeks Brett will be exposed as a typical jock who got caught up in his own ego and fame. There will be a public apology and a cry for help and forgiveness. Brett may actually have to go to the sex addict clinic in Mississippi just to prove he's taking the necessary steps on the road to recovery.

This incident is neither sad or shocking. It's just another example of what can happen to powerful men that succumb to the weaknesses of ego and curiosity. We can no longer be surprised when these incidents happen. We should be more surprised when they don't. It will be interesting to see how Brett Favre handles adversity when his private life becomes public knowledge. I'm pulling for him to get out of this mess, but history has shown us that once the media machine is in motion it's hard to turn it off. My feelings about the golden Brett won't change. Will yours?