My first question is why did the NYJ get rid of him?
Now it could just be a franchise dumping old for the new since they drafted a couple rooks and have a couple younger Wr's on the team...just seems odd for any team to do this...even the bad ones
Bears Have Inside Lane To Snag Another Underrated Receiver
Crazy as it sounds, somebody just became available that might be even more desirable a target than Jeremy Maclin. Is a Chicago Bears Eric Decker deal possible? The New York Jets made the surprising decision just hours ago to cut or trade the veteran receiver by June 7th. Their reasoning is logical enough. He’s coming off a season where he played just three games and will bring a cap relief of $5.75 million.
At the same time it doesn’t make much football sense. New York is already riddled with question marks on offense. They have no definitive starting quarterback. Their offensive line lost three veteran starters. Brandon Marshall left via free agency to join the Giants. Now Decker is gone as well. They have no quarterback. They have no protection. It seems they don’t have any weapons now either.
Oh well. The Jets are gonna Jet. Their loss though could end up being the Bears’ gain. This presuming GM Ryan Pace isn’t completely sold on the depth chart he’s assembled.
A Bears Eric Decker move could yield productive results
Money shouldn’t be an issue in this idea. Chicago has over $26 million in salary cap space. Plenty to make any move they wish. It’s a matter of two keys. Do they want Decker and would he be interested in the Bears? As to the first part, there’s plenty of reasons to think he’d be a welcome addition. Never mind his obvious experience.
When health Decker may be one of the more underrated receivers in the NFL. From 2012 to 2015, he produced three 1,000-yard seasons. He also scored at least 11 touchdowns in each of those years. His 6’3″ size, strong hands and crisp route running made for an effective combination that led to a lot of big plays.
Then there is the fact that he has a connection to the Bears. Decker played his first four NFL seasons with the Denver Broncos. John Fox was the head coach during three of those from 2011 to 2013. Decker had arguably the two best years of his career under Fox’s watch. So the Bears potentially get a productive veteran who still has gas in the tank. Decker gets to rejoin a coach who knew how to get the best from him.
For those arguing Chicago already sign a bunch of guys with similar concerns like Markus Wheaton and Victor Cruz, let it be known. Their backgrounds are far cloudier than Decker’s. If he could get 1,000 yards with Ryan Fitzpatrick throwing him the ball, is Mike Glennon so different? It’s another risk worth taking at the right price.
"Then there is the fact that he has a connection to the Bears. Decker played his first four NFL seasons with the Denver Broncos. John Fox was the head coach during three of those from 2011 to 2013. Decker had arguably the two best years of his career under Fox’s watch. So the Bears potentially get a productive veteran who still has gas in the tank. Decker gets to rejoin a coach who knew how to get the best from him.
For those arguing Chicago already sign a bunch of guys with similar concerns like Markus Wheaton and Victor Cruz, let it be known. Their backgrounds are far cloudier than Decker’s. If he could get 1,000 yards with Ryan Fitzpatrick throwing him the ball, is Mike Glennon so different? It’s another risk worth taking at the right price."
For those arguing Chicago already sign a bunch of guys with similar concerns like Markus Wheaton and Victor Cruz, let it be known.
I like Decker bc he, in my understanding, is an outside WR. We have a surprise up and comer WR, Cameron Meredith, and injury worry, Kevin White, that fit best outside.
Cruz is clearly a slot WR. I like Wheaton and might be able to play inside and out, but I'm less comfortable with him outside. Then there's Kendall Wright, he's been playing in the slot a lot lately, but again, what is he? Is he effective on the outside?
What I'm saying, there is clearly competition on the inside, but I would like to see more on the outside. I don't trust White yet.
If this was the Depth Chart at Wr would you complain? Wr1- Maclin or Decker Backup- Weaton Wr2- White or Meridth Backup- Meridth or White Slot- Cruz Backup- Wright
This seems like a solid group. I know they are high on Cam Meridth but if White flops or any of these guys get hurt (highly likely), WR becomes a serious weakness. The backups will have to contribute on Special teams.
If this was the Depth Chart at Wr would you complain? Wr1- Maclin or Decker Backup- Weaton Wr2- White or Meridth Backup- Meridth or White Slot- Cruz Backup- Wright
This seems like a solid group. I know they are high on Cam Meridth but if White flops or any of these guys get hurt (highly likely), WR becomes a serious weakness. The backups will have to contribute on Special teams.
Biggest problem is if both Meredith and White hit they are taking a back seat to Maclin/Decker, but no I wouldn't have a problem w/that at all. To much isn't a problem.
If this was the Depth Chart at Wr would you complain? Wr1- Maclin or Decker Backup- Weaton Wr2- White or Meridth Backup- Meridth or White Slot- Cruz Backup- Wright
This seems like a solid group. I know they are high on Cam Meridth but if White flops or any of these guys get hurt (highly likely), WR becomes a serious weakness. The backups will have to contribute on Special teams.
Biggest problem is if both Meredith and White hit they are taking a back seat to Maclin/Decker, but no I wouldn't have a problem w/that at all. To much isn't a problem.
Meredith has a bigger chance of hitting then White at this point. I rather have starters on the field then a man who had 2 leg surgeries on the same leg. I rather him be our #3 or #4 WR and attempt to give him some playing time but not the front floor.
Biggest problem is if both Meredith and White hit they are taking a back seat to Maclin/Decker, but no I wouldn't have a problem w/that at all. To much isn't a problem.
Meredith has a bigger chance of hitting then White at this point. I rather have starters on the field then a man who had 2 leg surgeries on the same leg. I rather him be our #3 or #4 WR and attempt to give him some playing time but not the front floor.
Much like Trubs, if he just outplays everyone else then why not have him start? The question is can he? His draft ceiling says yes, after 2 surgeries the question is where is his ceiling now, and if it dropped how far. No one knows that, but we should find out through TC, PS, and the first few games.
