In the podcast “Straight Talk with Favre,” Green Bay Packers legend Brett Favre spoke out following the U.S. President’s statement: “We will not let men steal women’s trophies at the 2028 Olympics.” Favre said, “I don’t hate anyone, but when someone born male competes in the women’s category, you’re destroying the fundamental principle of sports. That’s the truth, whether people like it or not.” The clip went viral, surpassing 15 million views in just 12 hours. Despite calls for boycotts from several LGBT organizations, Favre remained firm: “Respect is one thing, fairness is another.” His remarks were shared by numerous current and former Packers players with the hashtag #ProtectWomenSports, making Favre the center of one of the hottest debates in American sports in early 2025.