2016 was a startlingly good year for Cincinnati wide receivers. The group was pretty much brand new, after the departure of guys like Shaq Washington, Max Morrison, Chris Moore and Mekale McKay. Then there was the fact that the offense was bad and no single quarterback really stepped up. Still, the Bearcats ranked sixth in the American Athletic Conference in passing offense (255.9 YPG) while enjoying some excellent seasons from a few players.
As we enter the 2017 season, the questions around the pass catchers are muted and the expectations are higher.