"Coach Sean McVay has grander designs for a team that will be led by quarterback Matthew Stafford, and an offense also featuring Adams, receiver Puka Nacua, running back Kyren Williams and as many as four tight ends. After Stafford worked through a back issue and finally began practicing for the Sept. 7 opener against the Houston Texans, the 17th-year pro - like Adams many months before - kept it simple."
"Stafford, 37, remains the key for an offense aiming to score much more than last season. Stafford passed for 20 touchdowns, with eight interceptions for a unit that averaged 21.6 points per game, which ranked 20th among 32 teams. The Rams were 15th in offense (331.4 yards per game), 10th in passing (227.5) and 24th in rushing (103.8). The Rams adjusted Stafford's contract last spring - he will carry a $47.5-million salary-cap number this season, according to Overthecap.com - and now he will manage a back issue while seeking a second Super Bowl title."
"Davante Adams did not make any bold declarations. After the three-time All-Pro receiver signed with the Rams, he modestly described what he could provide a team that advanced to the NFC divisional round last season. "I'm just here to be another piece to hopefully get over the hump," he said."
Matthew Stafford, 37, managed a back issue and resumed practice ahead of the Sept. 7 opener after 17 NFL seasons. The offense adds Davante Adams alongside Puka Nacua, Kyren Williams and potentially four tight ends to boost scoring after a 21.6 points-per-game average and 20 touchdown passes last season. The Rams were 15th in total offense, 10th in passing and 24th in rushing. Stafford’s adjusted contract carries a $47.5-million salary-cap number for the season. The team is regarded as a legitimate Super Bowl contender while Stafford confronts durability questions and unfinished business.
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