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Former Bronco Eric Decker Announces Retirement

By Michael Spencer

DENVER (CBS4) - Former Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker has announced his retirement from the NFL. Decker announced his retirement via Instagram.

Decker began his career with Denver in 2010 recording six receptions and one touchdown in 14 games during his rookie season.

His numbers soared over the next three seasons recording eight, 13 and 11 touchdowns respectively in 2011, 2012 and 2013.

He had a career high 1,288 receiving yards in 2013.

Following his departure from Denver in 2013 Decker played three seasons with the Jets before playing the 2017 season in Tennessee. He was most recently with the New England Patriots.

Michael Spencer is a Sports Anchor at CBS4. Read his bio or connect with him on Twitter @MichaelCBS4.  

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