Quote:Not anytime, but often it does. Remember the old Brett Favre? He played with a lot of injuries that normally would rule players out for extended periods, which is one reason the Packers are retiring #4.

 

Bruce Arians said about two years ago he hates Thursday night games. One reason for that: Players are ruled out with injuries on the short week, but could have played on Sunday. I don't know if that ever happened but it makes sense.

 

  Brett Favre's ability to play with pain is certainly one of the reasons why he will likely be a first ballot HOFer and like you said having his # 4 retired by the Packers.

 

  What Bruce Arians said two years ago is the case often with NFL players.   The extra time to get ready for a game when dealing with an injury can make a huge difference.  

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