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Eric Decker – Will There Be A Reunion in Denver?

By Andy Tallon

Jan 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates with wide receiver Eric Decker (87) after a touchdown in the second half against the New England Patriots during the 2013 AFC championship playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) celebrates with wide receiver Eric Decker (87) after a touchdown in the second half against the New England Patriots during the 2013 AFC championship playoff football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /
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Earlier this week, the New York Jets announced that they would be releasing or trading veteran wide receiver Eric Decker.

Decker, a third round draft pick in 2010, played his first four seasons of his career in Denver. The 6’3” receiver broke out for the Broncos in 2012 and led the league in touchdown receptions. He has garnered praise throughout his time in the NFL for his aptitude to be open in the end zone.

While there is plenty of speculation as to where he’ll end up, a reunion in Denver shouldn’t be counted out. Decker enjoyed his two best seasons of his career at Mile High under the same coaching staff in place now.

Decker, a big bodied wide receiver, has the skill set to be a bully as a boundary outside threat. Furthermore, Decker is also a refined slot weapon inside, a position that is more important than ever in dynamic offenses.

Aside from stars Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders, the team is desperate for consistency in the receiving corps. While Denver watches the quarterback battle unfold, Decker would be an ideal candidate to help the offense take off. A blend of reliability as a player who has proven he can be elite and familiarity with the offense could be a winning combination for a team that struggled to move the ball effectively a year ago.

There’s uncertainty as to whether this reunion will actually take place, but it’s one that I believe the Broncos should consider.

The team needs to support whichever quarterback takes over, and surrounding him with the best possible weapons is critical. His veteran presence could also help groom the up and coming receivers to take over in the future, but for a team with a championship caliber defense still in place, the time is now to put together an offense to match the defensive play.

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One team will scoop up Eric Decker without a doubt once his days in New York are over. While his future is unclear currently, he can help clarify Denver’s need for receiving help.

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