- Brandon Staley joins the Saints as defensive coordinator this year.
- Staley spent three years as the Chargers' head coach, going 24-24.
- As Rams DC in 2020, Staley led a unit first in points and yards allowed.
Brandon Staley moves to New Orleans this year to serve as defensive coordinator.Â
Staley notably coached the Chargers for three years (2021-23). He finished 24-24 with one playoff win.Â
Los Angeles replaced Staley with Jim Harbaugh prior to 2024. Last season, Staley joined the 49ers as an assistant head coach.Â
Arguably, Staley’s biggest accomplishment as head coach: coordinating the 2020 Rams defense.Â
That year, Los Angeles ranked first in both yards and points per game allowed.Â
Staley owns three additional years of NFL experience with two teams. From 2017-19, he worked as an outside linebackers coach with the Bears (2017-18) and Broncos (2019).Â
Before Chicago, Staley acquired a lot of NCAA coaching experience. Of his 11 years coaching college football, five came in the FBS or FCS.Â
Staley spent three years as a Northern Illinois grad assistant. In 2012, he worked for Tennessee as a graduate assistant.Â
Later, Staley spent a year with James Madison as the DC and linebackers coach.Â
Previous New Orleans Saints Defensive Coordinators
| Year | Defensive Coordinator |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Joe Woods |
| 2023 | Joe Woods |
| 2022 | Ryan Nielsen, Kris Richard |
| 2021 | Dennis Allen |
| 2020 | Dennis Allen |
| 2019 | Dennis Allen |
| 2018 | Dennis Allen |
| 2017 | Dennis Allen |
| 2016 | Dennis Allen |
| 2015 | Dennis Allen, Rob Ryan |
NFL Futures Betting at BetMGM
BetMGM is the premier destination for NFL futures throughout the year.
Whether you’re a new bettor browsing win totals in May, a casual fan placing a conference champion bet in August, or a longtime diehard breaking down division winner odds in October, there are options for everyone.
Sign in to your account today — or, if you don’t have an account, sign up today with a sportsbook welcome bonus — to start betting. And don’t forget to check updated sportsbook bonuses and promos each day of the year.
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.
