Brett Favre implies Netflix targeted him for backing Donald Trump in new documentary

Brett Favre is suggesting that politics, not just controversy, may be the driving force behind Netflix's new documentary about his fall from grace.

The former NFL star is the subject of the latest episode in the Untold docies, 'The Fall of Favre', which delves into both his storied career and the troubling events that have emerged in his post-football life.

The film covers two of the most significant controversies tied to the former Green Bay Packers quarterback - his alleged involvement in the Mississippi welfare fraud case and sexual harassment allegations from his time with the New York Jets.

Although Favre hasn't made a direct public statement about the documentary, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to repost two messages that heavily imply he believes Netflix's decision to spotlight his story is politically motivated.

The reposts suggest that the scrutiny he's facing now is because of his well-documented for President Donald Trump.

While Favre didn't author the tweets himself, his reposts indicate agreement with their sentiment - that he is being punished for his politics, not just his past behavior.

Documentary revisits off-field incidents

'Untold: The Fall of Favre' offers a stark contrast to the image many fans have of the three-time NFL MVP. The documentary details his alleged role in a Mississippi state welfare scandal, where nearly $77 million in federal funds were misspent.

According to state auditors, a portion of those funds - about $5 million - went toward building a volleyball stadium at the University of Southern Mississippi, where Favre's daughter played and where Favre is a prominent alumnus.

In 2022, text messages revealed Favre had asked if the funding could be kept quiet, heightening suspicions and media interest. Though he has not faced criminal charges, he remains entangled in civil litigation tied to the misappropriated funds.

The documentary also covers the sexting allegations made by Jenn Sterger, who was working as a sideline reporter when Favre ed the New York Jets in 2008. Sterger claimed Favre sent her unsolicited explicit messages and images.

While the NFL fined him $50,000 for failing to cooperate with the investigation, no formal disciplinary action was taken against him for the alleged misconduct itself.

Throughout the film, contributors discuss how Favre's image as an "everyman" quarterback helped him maintain popularity even as allegations mounted. Several interviewees point out that while many fans continue to idolize Favre for his football career, the reality of his off-field behavior presents a far more complicated legacy.

"Never meet your heroes," one interviewee said, summing up the disappointment some have felt watching Favre's downfall unfold.

A legacy under scrutiny, and a growing political divide

Favre's critics argue that his off-field missteps - unlike those of many NFL legends - cannot be ignored. While quarterbacks like Tom Brady, Joe Montana, and Steve Young are ed almost solely for their athletic achievements, Favre's story now includes legal trouble and public scandal.

Still, Favre maintains a strong base of . Many fans, particularly in conservative circles, continue to defend him and suggest that his political views have made him a target for the media. His decision to repost tweets accusing Netflix of singling him out for his Trump adds a new layer to that narrative.

Whether Netflix was motivated by politics or public interest, 'The Fall of Favre' has reignited debate over how much grace should be extended to public figures when their off-the-field behavior falls short. Favre seems to believe this isn't just a documentary - it's a hit job tied to his political stance.

As investigations continue and the legal saga in Mississippi plays out, Favre's future - and his legacy - remain in flux. But for now, he's making one thing clear: he believes he's being judged for more than just his mistakes.