Week 7 vs New England
Eric Decker reached the end zone again last week and now has scored one in every game he has played. He had four receptions which has been the norm, but he is still a legit target for QB Ryan Fitzpatrick. Decker is listed as probable for the game with a sore knee, but will play. The matchup this week looks good for Decker as the Patriots are 26th in aFPA to wide receivers. Start Decker as a solid WR2 for Week 7 and hope he continues to get in the end zone.
Week 6 vs Washington
Nobody needed the bye week more than Eric Decker. The full week off gave him some time to heal, and now his snaps and targets should return to what a No. 2 wide receiver is used to.
Decker had already been an fantasy asset with a touchdown in every game he has played and he also reached double digit targets back in Week 2, so there is plenty of potential for production. He will face the Redskins who are 14th in aFPA to wide receivers, so the numbers should be pretty good. Start him as a solid WR3 or flex for Week 6.
Week 4 vs Dolphins
Eric Decker was off the fast start, but missed Week 3 with knee problems. He has been limited in practice, but is still expected to play in London on Sunday. If he does play, he won't be 100 percent and with the long trip, we don't know how he will react. A healthy Decker will probably be a fantasy factor most of the season, but it still remains to be seen about Week 4. Rank him as a low-end WR3 and if you need him, play him.
Week 3 vs Eagles
Eric Decker is questionable with a knee injury and was limited in practice on Thursday. Even if he can suit up, he won't be 100 percent. Keep an eye on the injury report on Sunday for Decker's status.
Week 2 at Indianoplis
Last week was a slow start for Eric Decker, despite him getting into the end zone for his first touchdown of the season. He was only targeted three times and caught two passes total. Brandon Marshall is the No. 1 gu,y so Decker will have more days like this with an occasional big day sprinkled in here and there.
The Jets face the Colts in Week 2, who have an above average pass defense. Decker is in play this week as a low-end WR3 or flex. He won't win your matchup this week, but can be a contributor.
Week 1 vs Browns
Eric Decker had decent numbers last year considering he wasn't playing with Peyton Manning anymore. Of course, that is the main concern in New York. QB Ryan Fitzpatrick is a wild card and definitely hurts Jets receivers' value. However, another factor is Decker will probably be the second option behind Brandon Marshall in the passing game. The question marks should keep Decker on your bench against a good Browns secondary in the opener.
Fantasy Upside
The leading receiver for the Jets last season, Eric Decker should be helped by the arrival of Brandon Marshall, who will take some attention away from him. New offensive coordinator Chan Gailey will also help all the Jets receivers. Even in a down year, Decker put up decent numbers (74 catches for 962 yards, 5 TDs) in 2014 despite the Jets struggles.
Fantasy Downside
Quarterback play is the biggest issue in New York. It doesn't matter if it is Geno Smith or Ryan Fitzpatrick, the passing game has a lot of question marks coming from that position, and it could affect definitely Decker in a negative way.
Bottom Line
Decker is a solid receiver who can put up big numbers in the right situation (see, Denver). But the Jets offense is questionable even with Brandon Marshall and Gailey's arrival. Decker has an ADP of 92, which reflect the concerns about the Jets, not him. If he is your WR3, Decker is a good pick. Otherwise, he might be a reach considering the circumstances.
Week 17: Decker vs Dolphins
After a 100-yard receiving performance two weeks ago, Eric Decker only had two catches last week against New England. The Jets best wide receiver has really been limited by the quarterback issues.
Decker will face the Dolphins, who he had two catches against in the first meeting earlier this season. Miami is 20th in aFPA to wide receivers, but even that favorable matchup will not get Decker into your starting lineup. Keep him on the bench for Week 17.
Week 16: Decker vs Patriots
Eric Decker is healthy and the evidence is back-to-back solid performances. He has caught 13 passes and been targeted 19 times. He has not scored a touchdown, but 189 yards receiving over that stretch is impressive considering the Jets passing game this season.
Decker will face the Patriots this week who are 8th in aFPA to wide receivers. In the first meeting this season, Decker caught four passes for 64 yards. Decker only rates a low-end WR3 because of the matchup and QB situation, but still has fringe value because of the recent success the past couple weeks.
Week 15: Decker vs Titans
Eric Decker had 89 yards receiving last week which was his highest total of the season. One reason for that was QB Geno Smith actually had a decent game. That's the problem with Decker and Jets' receivers in general. You are relying on Smith.
Decker could see increased targets this week with Percy Harvin shaky with a bad ankle. Another factor this Sunday is the Jets will run the ball a lot against a shaky Titans run defense. Tennessee is only 23rd in aFPA to wide receivers so Decker has some value as a WR3 or flex for Week 15.
