- Chris Shula enters his second season as the Rams’ defensive coordinator.
- Shula has worked with the Rams since the 2017 season.
- Last year, Los Angeles finished 14th in takeaways behind Shula.
Chris Shula enters his second year as the Rams’ defensive coordinator.Â
Shula has worked with the Rams since the 2017 NFL season. Since joining the team, he has worked primarily with linebackers:
- 2017-18: Asst. Linebackers Coach
- 2019-20: Outside Linebackers Coach
- 2021: Linebackers Coach
- 2022: Defensive Backs Coach & Def. Pass Game Coordinator
- 2023: Linebackers Coach/Pass Rush Coordinator
Los Angeles then promoted Shula to defensive coordinator prior to the 2024 season. Last year, the Rams ranked 26th in defensive yards allowed and 17th in defensive points allowed.Â
Prior to joining the Rams, Shula worked two years with the San Diego Chargers. There, he worked in defensive quality control.Â
Before joining the NFL, Shula acquired five years of NCAA coaching experience. He began in 2010 as an assistant linebackers coach at Ball State.Â
Three years as an Indiana grad assistant followed before a stop at John Carroll as defensive coordinator.Â
Previous Los Angeles Rams Defensive Coordinators
| Year | Defensive Coordinator |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Chris Shula |
| 2023 | Raheem Morris |
| 2022 | Raheem Morris |
| 2021 | Raheem Morris |
| 2020 | Brandon Staley |
| 2019 | Wade Phillips |
| 2018 | Wade Phillips |
| 2017 | Wade Phillips |
| 2016 | Gregg Williams |
| 2015 | Gregg Williams |
NFL Same Game Parlays
Parlays are a great way to take your NFL betting to the next level. And at BetMGM, you can build parlays with a single game.
Same Game Parlays allow bettors to add multiple bets within the same game to increase the excitement and potential payout. You can also combine Same Game Game Parlays with Same Game Parlay Plus (SGP+)
Check out updated NFL odds today to start building parlays!
Sign in to your account today — or, if you don’t have an account, sign up today with a sportsbook welcome offer — to start betting. And always check your new account for updated sportsbook promos and bonuses.
The content provided in this blog is intended for entertainment purposes only. All views and opinions expressed are the authors and reflect their individual perspectives on sports, betting, and related topics. This content should not be considered professional betting advice or the official views of BetMGM LLC. Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know is experiencing issues related to gambling, seek help from a licensed health professional. This blog is not liable for any losses, damages, or consequences resulting from betting activities.







