The Facts: The Bears' dire situation at QB hasn't pointed the club in the direction of Favre, but a source familiar with the quarterback said Favre would listen if the Bears made a pitch.

Diehards Line:As ESPN.com's Michael C. Wright stressed, the Bears haven't contacted the 42-year-old Favre, who has spent a good portion of his recent days hunting, and it's highly doubtful the team is interested. Even if the sides eventually touch base, it's unclear whether the Bears could lure Favre out of retirement. The source said Favre would listen, but his answer could be that he'll stay retired. The source also said Favre has been working out and staying in shape. ... In other words? Not much of a story here -- other than somebody felt the need to bring Brett Favre's name up.