Brett Favre 'continued to press' for state funds knowing they could be illegal: Report

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Months after being informed by then Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant that a misuse of state welfare funds could be illegal, Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre "continued to press" for them.

Favre sought out fundin for a $6 million volleyball facility at the University of Southern Mississippi and wanted to request an additional $3.8 million for programs at the facility. Favre's daughter played volleyball at the school.

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Former NFL player Brett Favre walks off the 10th tee box during the Celebrity Foursome at the second round of the American Family Insurance Championship at University Ridge Golf Club on June 11, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin.  (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Bryant had texted Favre that "Use of these funds [is] tightly controlled" and "Any improper use could result in violation of Federal Law. Auditors are currently reviewing the use of these funds," according to a court filing.

However, despite Bryant laying down the law, the former Green Bay Packer was "not taking No for an answer" while giving the former governor a slight guilt trip.

"We obviously need your help big time and time is working against us," Favre wrote. "And we feel that your name is the perfect choice for this facility and we are not taking No for an answer! You are a Southern Miss Alumni, and folks need to know you are also a supporter of the University."

Bryant responded, "We are going to get there. This was a great meeting. But we have to follow the law. I am to[o] old for Federal Prison."

Former NFL player Brett Favre attends Day 3 of SiriusXM At Super Bowl LVI on Feb. 11, 2022 in Los Angeles,