Chris Shula

Defensive Coordinator, Los Angeles Rams (LAR).

Quick Facts

• Role: Defensive Coordinator
• Team: Los Angeles Rams (LAR)
• NFL experience: 10 years
• Reports to: Sean McVay (Head Coach)
• Coaching tree: see Coaching Trees

Background

Chris Shula enters his 10th season with the Rams and his third as the defensive coordinator. In 2025, Shula led a unit that finished 10th in scoring defense and 12th in rushing defense. They forced the fifth-most turnovers in the league with 26, including 16 interceptions and 10 fumble recoveries, and ranked fifth in pressure rate generated (38.0%).

Scheme & Fantasy Angle

Shula's defense generates pressure at a high rate while forcing turnovers, a combination that can shorten games and influence the Rams' offensive game scripts and pace.