The Facts:
Following up on the ongoing story. ... Commissioner Roger Goodell has been briefed by Packers general manager Ted Thompson on the status of the team's approach with Favre. Sources have told ESPN's Chris Mortensen that Thompson reaffirmed to the commissioner that the organization wants to "move on" without Favre. Consequently, Goodell encouraged the GM to accelerate the process by surveying teams around the league to determine if there is a trade partner, the sources said.
Reported by ESPN.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
According to Mortensen, the commissioner made it clear to Thompson that Favre will be reinstated as an active player if he makes the request. Goodell also has spoken with Favre, the sources said, telling the veteran passer that he was willing to assist in the process, if necessary. Several teams in the AFC and NFC confirmed they were contacted by the Packers. Favre's contractual rights belong to the Packers until his current deal expires after the 2010 season. ... Given the recent reports suggesting Favre might be having second thoughts about his comeback, the commissioner wish might already have been granted. Stay tuned.
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