Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker is set to become a free agent in March, but told SiriusXM NFL Radio that he is willing to return to Denver if they can work out a deal. Decker will likely be the top wide receiver available in free agency and is looking to cash in on his success with Peyton Manning and Denver's high-powered offense.
Eric Decker open to to Broncos return
Broncos soon-to-be free agent wide receiver Eric Decker is willing to return to Denver for the right price.
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Decker is coming off back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons with at least 11 touchdowns. A former third round pick, Decker has greatly benefited from the Broncos signing of Manning in 2012. Much like his offensive teammates, Decker has not only raised his profile but has also made himself a fantasy football asset.
At only 26, Decker could see a serious long-term deal on the open market. Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz signed a five-year extension worth $43 million before last season and Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garcon (another former Manning teammate) signed a similar five-year deal worth $42.5 million in the summer of 2011. Those two deals will likely serve as the starting point for Decker as he shops his services around the league.
With the Broncos needing to re-sign several players as well as lock up young talent on extensions, meeting Decker's contract demands could be difficult. Decker is saying all the right things but will likely sign somewhere else. The Browns, Raiders, Jets and Patriots could use an upgrade at wide receiver and have money to spend.
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