The Green Bay Packers' 2008 season opener will include a ceremony to retire Brett Favre's No. 4 jersey, Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy announced Thursday.
The first game of the season on Sept. 8 against the Minnesota Vikings will be the perfect occasion for the event, Murphy said in a statement.
It will make for an electric atmosphere at Lambeau Field, as well as a great opportunity for our fans around the country to share in it,"" he said.
Murphy said the number retirement ceremony would add more thrill to an already exciting event and fans at Lambeau Field, and at home can share in the excitement.
Five other Packers have had their jersey numbers retired: Bart Starr, Don Hutson, Tony Canadeo, Ray Nitschke and Reggie White, Favre's teammate for six seasons.
