# 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.

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