Netflix’s documentary about former Jets quarterback Brett Favre was released Tuesday, chronicling troubles late in his career and afterward.
The documentary, “Untold: The Fall of Favre,” touches on the welfare fraud case still hanging over Favre’s head, and a former Eagles quarterback spoke about his perspective on Favre and whether he believes Favre will face punishment for his alleged involvement.
People Magazine transcribed the documentary ahead of its release. Michael Vick, the current Norfolk State head football coach who spent five seasons with the Eagles, was interviewed. Vick himself served time in prison for animal cruelty charges, and judging by one of Vick’s quotes, he does not sound optimistic about Favre facing accountability like he did.
“People go to jail for stealing money every day,” Vick said. “If it’s that important, the right institutions can get involved. But some people are untouchable in certain ways and that’s just the way it is. I just think that’s kinda how the system is rigged. You know, some situations have to be played out in court. Some have to be played out in the public.”
Favre allegedly played a part in getting money for a new volleyball arena at the University of Southern Mississippi, with funds from the welfare system allegedly being used to create the facility. The Mississippi Free Press described it at the time as “the largest embezzlement scheme in state history.”
The documentary also examines his scandal involving improper communication with former Jets reporter Jenn Sterger during the 2008 season.
Favre, a three-time All-Pro and three-time MVP who was named to 11 Pro Bowls, spent one season with the Jets, earning a Pro Bowl roster spot after completing 65.7% of his passes (343 of 522) for 3,472 yards, 22 touchdowns and 22 interceptions. Favre started his career with the Atlanta Falcons before playing for the Green Bay Packers, Jets and Minnesota Vikings.
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