The Rams had contract issues to solve with Matthew Stafford all the way up to training camp last year. Coach Sean McVay aims to avoid a repeat this year.

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Matthew Kuhnemann has recovered from a thumb injury and is optimistic about joining Australia's squad for the Sri Lanka tour. He underwent surgery and now feels no pain while bowling and batting.