2014 Fantasy Football Rankings: Top 5 Busts
Aug 4, 2014; Cortland, NY, USA; New York Jets wide receiver
Eric Decker(87) attempts to make a catch during drills at training camp at SUNY Cortland. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports
2. Eric Decker, WR, New York Jets
This one makes sense after looking at the change in quarterback alone. Eric Decker is going from catching balls thrown by Peyton Manning, to working with a sophomore starter in Geno Smith.
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Also, Decker is now going to be “the guy” on his team, where in Denver he was one of “the guys.”
The Jets drafted a couple of receivers, have a reliable slot receiver in Jeremy Kerley, and Jace Amaro may prove to become a very good pass-catching tight end, but make no mistake about it, Eric Decker will be viewed as their biggest threat.
If you’re still skeptical about his fantasy value taking a hit, think of this: Eric Decker caught 11 TD passes last season, and Geno Smith only managed to throw for 12. I think it’s safe to say that unless all plays are called for Decker, he’s going to have a dip in overall production this season.