Wilson: Ravens' Kelley Washington looking forward to playing against his old team

OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- When wide receiver Kelley Washington played for the Cincinnati Bengals, he had a hard time consistently staying healthy and getting playing time after being drafted in the third round.

With the Ravens, Washington has developed into a key contributor on third downs.

“Going back and playing against a lot of the guys I played with, it’s going to be exciting,” Washington said. “It’s good to see them winning consistently and good to compete against them.

"This is one of those opportunities to show what I have and just try to make the most out of it. That’s what I’ve been waiting my whole career for. I’m not going to let this opportunity slip away.”

Washington, 30,was eventually replaced by Chris Henry when he was with the Bengals prior to playing for the New England Patriots for two seasons and catching one pass.

He’s not looking for revenge on the Bengals as much as vindication.

“I would like to show them what I can do and what I could have done for them,” he said. “I just want to be productive and I want us to win.”

The Ravens signed Washington after a minicamp tryout over Jerry Porter and Tab Perry.

Half of Washington’s 24 receptions have generated first downs. He’s coming off a four-catch, 58-yard game against the Broncos where he converted three third downs.

Operating out of the slot, the 6-foot-3, 215-pounder has a distinct size advantage over smaller nickel backs

“I like the matchups,” he said. “I can use my size and speed to my advantage.”

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