Eric Decker trips himself on long punt return (GIF)

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December 29, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (left) congratulates tight end Julius Thomas (80) after a touchdown by wide receiver Eric Decker (87, not pictured) against the Oakland Raiders during the first quarter at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
December 29, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (left) congratulates tight end Julius Thomas (80) after a touchdown by wide receiver Eric Decker (87, not pictured) against the Oakland Raiders during the first quarter at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Denver Broncos wide receiver Eric Decker was hoping that he would get a shot at a big return in the punt game when he lined up on special teams and he got that opportunity near the end of the second quarter.

Decker was able to make a few slick moves to wiggle his way into the open space, where Chargers special teams players seemingly forgot to tackle.

After beating out the punter, Decker had a clear road to the endzone and could have given the Broncos a three touchdown lead. Unfortunately, Decker got taken down by the turf monster as he tripped himself and fell short of taking the punt the distance.