Legend vs. Leader: Comparing NFC North QBs Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers

July 22, 2010   ·   Ryan Cook   ·   Jump to comments

Ah, Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, what a tired debate this has become. 
On one hand, we have a legend of the game, that refuses to the draw the white flag, and despite numerous injuries, continues to push forward and deliver impressive performance after impressive performance.
While on the other, we have Aaron Rodgers.  The young man that had Packer fans hoping and praying he would come through and deliver in Green Bay, and boy has he ever answered the prayer. 
Although the media has depicted these two men until the cows have come home, I myself prefer to the view the two in very different roles.
When looking at Brett Favre he comes across as an obvious legend of the game.  He's the oldest guy around, and he's more or less The Godfather type figure in football right now.
As for Aaron Rodgers, well he may crack legendary status in the future, but for now he is a leader.  He is the hope for all Packer fans, and he is perhaps one of the m...

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