Yesterday, amid headlines, weeping and wailing in Wisconsin, Green Bay Packers Quarterback Brett Favre released a statement telling fans he wants to retire a Packer and that he's looking forward to the upcoming season.

Over the weekend, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports broke the story of Favre demanding a trade after the Packers failed to pick-up wide receiver Randy Moss on draft day. 

So, why the change of heart?  Through exhaustive research and bribes to key contacts at the phone company,  Chipshots has uncovered a phone call that took place Sunday afternoon between 1pm and 2 pm.  Former Packer President Bob Harlan placed a call to Favre's residence in Mississippi.  Here is the transcript of that call:

Bob Harlan: Hi Brett, this is Bob Harlan

Brett Favre: Hey Mr. Bob.  Is it important?  I've got the NASCAR race on and Junior's really kicking ass.

Harlan: I just need a minute of your time, Brett.

Favre: Okay then.

Harlan: Brett, I have to tell you, your latest comments really ticked a lot of people off.  Governor Doyle is about to call out the national guard to prevent rioting in the streets.

Favre: Well, I was just saying how I felt.  I wanted Randy Moss and you didn't get him for me.  (Starts stomping feet) I want Randy Moss.  I want Randy Moss.  Peyton Manning's team buys him receivers.  Tom Brady's team buys him receivers.  But I never get new receivers. I WANT A NEW RECEIVER.  (Long silence on phone)

Harlan: Damn it Brett, quit holding your breathe, I told you a hundred times that doesn't work.  Now, you listen to me, young man.  Here's what you're going to do.  You are going to release a statement telling people you love the Packers and that next season will be great.

Favre: I won't and you can't make me.  I won't, I won't, I won't (starts stomping feet again.)

Harlan: So help me Vince Lombardi Brett, if you don't do this I will personally call Miss Bonita and she will come over with the hairbrush.  And, I will have her take your sheep away.

Favre: (choked up) You'd have her take away Mr. Woolly?

Harlan: Yes I would.  Brett, I don't like to be mean to you, but when you say such childish things about being traded, I don't have a choice.  Now, will you be a good boy and let me release the statement?

Favre: (stomps feet) No, I WANT A NEW WIDE RECEIVER.  I WANT A NEW WIDE RECEIVER

Harlan: Brett, if you don't do as I say, I'm going to have Miss Bonita turn Mr. Woolly into lamb chops and a sweater.

Favre: No! Not Mr. Woolly!  Okay, I'll be good.

Harlan: And what to you say when the mean reporters come to your house or call you?

Favre:  I didn't mean it.  I was joking.  I love the Packers and Mr. Bob.  I love cheese.

Harlan: That's a good boy, Brett. And no more temper tantrums or no turnip greens for a month.

Favre: Oh, Mr. Bob.  Turnip greens are my favorite.

Harlan: I'll see you soon.  Bye now.

Lightning Round

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