7 years agoNew England Patriots wide receiver Eric Decker dropped the first pass he received from quarterback Tom Brady in 11-on-11 drills last week, dropped two more passes Sunday and dropped three passes in practice on Monday. However, he showed mental toughness to bounce back with four straight catches. “It’s a work in progress,” Decker said. “I feel more comfortable with the playbook. Things are slowing down, mentally. That’s one thing. Just got to be able to get on the field and execute and be able to not think about things and just react. We’re getting there. Every day is a learning experience, is an opportunity for me to get better and that’s how I’m taking it.” He wouldn't be the first veteran to struggle with the playbook and in gaining chemistry with Brady. Decker has an opportunity for a big role early in the season out of the slot with Julian Edelman suspended for four games, but Decker must first beat out Phillip Dorsett. If Decker can win the job, he'll be worth a late-round flier in PPR leagues.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBaller
Source: Providence Journal - Mark Daniels