... heat up once again, providing another chapter in one of the most ridiculous spectacles the sports world has ever witnessed.

According to a story first reported by the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, the Vikings are reportedly dangling an extra $7 million dollars in front of Favre in an attempt to postpone the Tavaris Jackson era for another year.

Favre is already slated to make $13 million should he decide to return next season.

The Vikings appear to be willing to do just about anything to encourage the Hall of Famer to emerge from his apparent retirement.

Let's take a look at whether or not Brett Favre is actually worth a $20 million investment.

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