Credit: Getty Images Pro Football Hall of Famers John Elway and Brett Favre will forever be linked by their unforgettable showdown in Super Bowl XXXII, where Elway secured his first championship. Yet, their connection extends beyond the football field, as Elway recently expressed his heartfelt support for Favre, who revealed his diagnosis with Parkinson’s disease. Also Read: Is Shedeur Sanders the future of New York football? Mock draft sparks excitement John Elway's support for Brett Favre amid Parkinson’s battle John Elway, who once shared the stage with Brett Favre on the football field and more recently on the reality show "The Masked Singer," shared his sentiments with Fox News Digital, expressing his sadness over the news.
"That’s always sad news," Elway remarked, highlighting the shared concern that comes with aging among peers. He reflected on the vibrant personality of Favre, describing him as a tremendous player and a fun individual to be around. Elway's hope for a medical breakthrough was evident as he wished for effective treatments that could manage the condition and possibly lead to a cure.
"Things happen to our friends the older we get. Brett Favre was a great player, tremendous player and really a fun guy. I had a chance to spend a lot of time with him.
Really a fun guy to be around. He’s just got a great energy about him." "It’s sad news to hear that he’s going through that.
Hopefully, they can keep it tamped down for as long as they can keep it d.