The case for Chris Shula

[gotme365]

I think Chris Shula should get real consideration for being the next coach. I know most people want an offensive guy but I think he’s the best overall choice.

 

He’s coached the Rams to a top 10 defense this year with solid but not elite talent. He’s also coached every position on the defense under multiple coordinator’s. Chris is known for his adaptability, and flexible schemes that adjust to his players strengths. He’s also good at connecting with players. Not to mention it’s in his blood. 
 

He would obviously need to bring in a strong offensive coordinator, but with his connections around the league, I’m sure that wouldn’t be a problem.

 

https://www.therams.com/news/digest-instruct-adapt-rams-dc-chris-shula-took-from-mentors-raheem-morris-brandon-staley-giff-smith-wade-phillips-creating-unique-defensive-structure

[gonzo1105]

He's actually my # 2 choice behind Klint Kubiak but I totally understand why most of the fans here want an offensive guy to make Josh comfortable with the same offense.

[MikePJ76]

The game tomorrow is going to be really fun.

 

kubiak’s offense vs shula’s defense.  
 

 

[LetJamesCook]

I get what you’re saying but I do think it needs to be an offensive guy brought in if for nothing more than when they need to get a new offensive coordinator, there will be no more ridiculous threads about Josh needing someone to hold him accountable and Josh will only want to hire one of his “buddies”

[Billsflyer12]

Josh getting a new OC and offense every couple of years has to stop.  Must be offensive coach.

[Walking Tall]

 

[Boatdrinks]

16 minutes ago, MikePJ76 said:

The game tomorrow is going to be really fun.

 

kubiak’s offense vs shula’s defense.  
 

 

Interesting for sure. 

[zow2]

It’s going to be a HC with an offensive background.  Even the media “NFL insiders” agree on that.  But this offense has been as productive as any for several years.  If this team finally gets over the hump i think the biggest improvement will be on the defensive side.

[Thrivefourfive]

1 hour ago, MikePJ76 said:

The game tomorrow is going to be really fun.

 

kubiak’s offense vs shula’s defense.  
 

 

Whoever wins, our job is yours!!! If Josh is okay with it. 

[Best Williams Available]

It has to be an offensive guy. If everyone is pissed that the GM hasn’t given the QB weapons, the team has also lacked consistency for the QB at OC. Getting an offensive guy in here cures that ill until Josh leaves or retires. You have to go all in with JA17 from here on out. 

[MJS]

I'm not against defensive hires for head coach, but I think we need a change of pace. Go with the offensive coach.

[WotAGuy]

You sonuvabiitch. You got me, @gotme365

[Low Positive]

1 hour ago, Walking Tall said:

 

I see your point, but this year is probably going to be D vs D. 

[NeverOutNick]

1 hour ago, Walking Tall said:

 

[jethro_tull]

1 hour ago, gotme365 said:

I think Chris Shula should get real consideration for being the next coach. I know most people want an offensive guy but I think he’s the best overall choice.

 

He’s coached the Rams to a top 10 defense this year with solid but not elite talent. He’s also coached every position on the defense under multiple coordinator’s. Chris is known for his adaptability, and flexible schemes that adjust to his players strengths. He’s also good at connecting with players. Not to mention it’s in his blood. 
 

He would obviously need to bring in a strong offensive coordinator, but with his connections around the league, I’m sure that wouldn’t be a problem.

 

https://www.therams.com/news/digest-instruct-adapt-rams-dc-chris-shula-took-from-mentors-raheem-morris-brandon-staley-giff-smith-wade-phillips-creating-unique-defensive-structure

been saying this for a while.  what tipped it over the top was that defensive stand against the Bears last week that the Rams put on.  The Bears had first and goal at the 4 and they turned it over on downs ! 

[BlueRed]

If the defensive head coach actually translates to a great defense I think you have to consider it. 
 

I’d love to see Josh on a team that has a Texans-type number 1 defense (you know, one that gets stops, turnovers and negative plays). That would be awesome!

[Dinoman]

I’m offense or bust. 
 

bring in a proven DC who has been a HC and likely won’t be again. 

[BuffaloBillyG]

2 hours ago, gotme365 said:

I think Chris Shula should get real consideration for being the next coach. I know most people want an offensive guy but I think he’s the best overall choice.

 

He’s coached the Rams to a top 10 defense this year with solid but not elite talent. He’s also coached every position on the defense under multiple coordinator’s. Chris is known for his adaptability, and flexible schemes that adjust to his players strengths. He’s also good at connecting with players. Not to mention it’s in his blood. 
 

He would obviously need to bring in a strong offensive coordinator, but with his connections around the league, I’m sure that wouldn’t be a problem.

 

https://www.therams.com/news/digest-instruct-adapt-rams-dc-chris-shula-took-from-mentors-raheem-morris-brandon-staley-giff-smith-wade-phillips-creating-unique-defensive-structure

I've been vocal about Shula over the last few days. I think it's also important to mention he managed to get really good production from the second cheapest defense in the league. 

 

He's not propped up by stars. He does it with scheme and play calling. 

 

My top choice, but any of the "Big 3" from the Rams would make me happy. In a perfect world we get 2 of them with a Shula/Scheelhaase combo. 

[MDH]

2 hours ago, Walking Tall said:

 

Those numbers are throw off by Andy Reid, an O background coach who has coached an sh*t offense for the last 3 years but is carried by his defense. 

[Big Turk]

I don't want a defensive coach that requires us to hire a new OC every few years when ours get poached.

 

The league is designed for offenses to thrive, and it's hard to do that when you keep having to learn a new system every few years.