Favre draws Goodell

Source: Commissioner talks with Packers, hoping to resolve rift between team, QB MILWAUKEE -- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is monitoring the ongoing rift between the Green Bay Packers and quarterback Brett Favre. A person with direct knowledge of Goodell's interest said the commissioner has spoken with Packers management several times recently as tensions mounted between the three-time MVP and his team. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the talks. ESPN.com first reported Goodell's interest in the Favre situation, indicating that Goodell encouraged Packers general manager Ted Thompson to survey teams around the league to try to find a trade partner. Elsewhere CAROLINA: The Panthers have claimed tackle Charles Spencer off waivers from Houston and released offensive lineman Rueben Riley.... [read full story]