But the Ravens might have to use more wide receivers because of recent injuries to their tight ends.
Still, the receivers have to warrant being on the field, especially when it comes to producing big plays.
The Ravens have been working on routes that allow the receivers to catch intermediate passes while moving upfield. That would allow them better opportunities for yards after the catch.
Gaining yards after making a reception was not a strong area last season for Mason (3.1 yards after the catch), Clayton (2.9) and Williams (1.5).
"We're going to have to find a way to manufacture the big plays," Mason said. "In this league, you are not going to get a guy open streaking down the field all the time. The misperception around town and throughout the media is that we have to constantly throw the ball down the field. You catch a 15- to 20-yard pass and then you run after the catch."
The Ravens' passing attack continually struggled under Billick, ranking 22nd or worse in five of the past six seasons. Last season, the Ravens were 23rd in the NFL in passing.
But that could change this season because Cameron sees "potential" in his receivers.
"The reason I like the potential is not the talent. Everyone can see the talent," he said. "But what everyone doesn't see is the amount of effort and hard work that this receiving group is putting in during the offseason."jamison.hensley@baltsun.com
