Brett Favre trading in a legendary legacy for a brief stint in an ill-fitting uniform isn't anything new. Here are 10 other athletes who faded into sports history oblivion. By Gerasimos Manolatos
Legend With: Chicago Bulls (1984–1993, 1995–1998) Retired With: Washington Wizards (2001–2003) Name an NBA award and Jordan has it hanging over his diamond-studded fireplace: five-time MVP, six-time world champion, 14-time All-Star, Greatest Player That's Ever Lived, etc. Having made the Bulls relevant through the '90s, His Airness attempted the same after his second unretirement, joining the Wizards for two deflating sub-.500 seasons. His award? Knee problems and a pink slip from his cushy management position.
