The season just keeps getting better. We all knew Deck would be questionable for the game this week after spraining his foot along the sidelines against Ohio State. I didn't expect this though. Sad to hear, and not just from the selfish perspective of a fan, but also because Eric Decker has essentially lost all chance at any major personal accolades (All-American, status, winning the Biletnikoff, etc.). Recognition he deserves to be in the running for. His time away from the field will likely cost him in terms of NFL stock too. I'd have guessed that he would have been a 3rd to 4th round pick in the 2010 NFL draft. This latest injury in his career may have more teams concerned about his durability.
I sincerely hope we haven't seen Decker's last game in the Maroon and Gold. He's been a stellar player for us and an exemplary team captain on and off the field. He's given me some of my favorite Gopher football moments or recent memory. His catch against Illinois last year was unbelievable. And his catch against Cal this season, where he took a hit to the face was even more amazing. And who can forget him punching Badger cornerback Jack Ikeguonu in the crotch? Not me. If he gets healthy by Bowl season, (and we manage to get to a bowl somehow), I'd love one last chance to see him hauling in footballs and turning to catch a fade in the corner of the endzone.
Let's hope that the receiving corps can have someone step up and fill the void. Brandon Green and/or Troy Stoudemire - it's your turn to shine. Adam Weber, time to find a new #1 target. Decker can't bail you out anymore.
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