They made passing EXTREMELY tough this year. You must throw to composed recievers, regardless the attribute rating. Also, if they are in coverage, good luck. The secondary has been enhanced greatly.
A trick, however, has been found by those playing the game. If you hold down the catch button after the pass (don't take control of the reciever), the reciever will double time it to the ball. He'll make a huge effort to get to it, and it will up your chances of getting a catch.