Eric Decker 'surprised' Jets drafted QB, wants veteran to start

Jets wide receiver Eric Decker (Getty Images) Jets wideout Eric Decker said he was "surprised" when the team selected quarterback Christian Hackenberg in the second round.

"I was a little surprised, to be honest with you," Decker said at a charity event, per ESPN. "But (general manager) Mike (Maccagnan) and his scouts do their research and homework for a reason, and they saw something special with him. I guess they wanted him earlier than later."

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The Jets may need Hackenberg depending on what happens with their quarterback situation. Geno Smith is the assumed starter at the moment with last year's fourth-round pick Bryce Petty and Hackenberg…