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Legendary Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula’s final NFL season had its ups and downs. After a 4-0 start, the Dolphins dropped six of their next eight games before closing the year with wins in three of their last four.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / November 28

Rams Sean McVay Speaks on Chris Shula's Head Coaching Prospects

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula has had his name mentioned for potential head coaching vacancies and on Friday, Rams head coach Sean McVay backed Shula's candidacy, complementing him on his work with the team and praising his leadership skills.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / November 27

Rams Chris Shula Speaks On Potential Head Coaching Opportunities

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. After defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Los Angeles Rams turned their vocus to another NFC South opponent as they'll take on the Carolina Panthers in East Coast action on Sunday.

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How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards after turning 35 years old can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 23

Giants may take unique approach to find next head coach

We’ve seen some recent rumors concerning the New York Giants’ open head coaching job following their dismissal of Brian Daboll. Some rumors have focused on names from the collegiate ranks, like Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman, who was identified as an emerging candidate or North Carolina’s Bill Belichick, who declined to pursue the job.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

NFL News / New York Giants on SI / November 23

Would Rams DC Chris Shula Be a Good Fit as NY Giants Head Coach?

For the second year in a row, the New York Giants are charged with completing a task that could have a profound effect on their long-term future. They drafted a promising quarterback, Jaxson Dart, last offseason.

College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / November 17

NFL return still possible for Bill Belichick?

Head coach Bill Belichick‘s first season with the University of North Carolina hasn’t gone well. While the Tar Heels entered the weekend on a two-game winning streak, that ended with a 28-12 loss to Wake Forest on Saturday.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / October 26

Where Does This Dolphins Seven-Game Start Rank Among Their Worst?

We're not even at the halfway mark of the NFL regular season, and there's a good portion of Miami Dolphins who already have given up on their team for 2025 to the point of rooting for losses to help improve the draft position.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / October 21

The Miami Dolphins Should Not Consider Chris Shula for their Next Head Coach

The Miami Dolphins Should Not Consider Chris Shula for their Next Head Coach I know this won’t be one of the more popular columns I will write for this website.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / October 14

Why Rams' Chris Shula May Emerge as Candidate for Head Coaching Job

We are not even at the halfway point of the 2025 NFL season, and there is already one team that will be looking for a new head coach. That team is the Tennessee Titans.

Los Angeles Rams News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21

Rams DC Chris Shula “Prime Candidate” For HC Job In 2026

Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter and Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley were recently named as legitimate head coaching candidates in the 2026 cycle.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Miami Dolphins News / The SportsRush / July 25

Exclusive: O.J. McDuffie Says Dolphins’ Transition From Don Shula to Jimmy Johnson Was 'Truly a Letdown'

The Miami Dolphins selected wide receiver O.J. McDuffie with the No. 25 overall pick of the 1993 NFL Draft. The Penn State posted a combined 56 receptions, 685 yards, and three touchdowns across his first two seasons, but broke out in year three by recording 62 catches for 819 yards and eight scores.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / July 2

Where Rams' DC Chris Shula Stands Among Other Coordinators

The Los Angeles Rams have one of the most well-respected head coaches in the league in Sean McVay. As one of the youngest head coaches in National Football League history, McVay has already helped several other coaches gain prominent roles around the league.

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Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / June 11

How Advice from a Legendary Coach Has Impacted the Rams

The Los Angeles Rams have one of the most well-respected head coaches in the league. Sean McVay has had plenty of success since taking over in Los Angeles, and many think the Rams are Super Bowl contenders this upcoming season.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / June 4

Rams DC Chris Shula Models Himself After Grandfather Don Shula

Former Miami Dolphins head coach and Pro Football Hall of Famer, the late great Don Shula, is the NFL's all-time leader in wins, he only person to ever coach an NFL team to an undefeated season, and his "no name" defense brought together a group of guys to put forth a legendary championship effort in Miami.

Green Bay Packers News / The SportsRush / May 21

'You Can Pass Don Freaking Shula': Kay Adams Highlights Incredible Matt LaFleur Stat That’ll Surely Excite Green Bay Fans

After serving as an offensive coordinator in 2017 and 2018, Matt LaFleur was deemed ready for the big chair in 2019. The Green Bay Packers brought him

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / May 4

Paying Tribute to Don Shula on Five-Year Anniversary of His Passing

Sunday marked the five-year anniversary of the passing of legendary Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula, and it's an appropriate time to revisit what we wrote about his impact and legend on both the franchise and South Florida at the time of his death.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / April 18

Rams Chris Shula Talks Life Without Aaron Donald

When Chris Shula became the Rams' new defensive coordinator, he had a lot of weight on his shoulders. Stepping into the shoes of his Super Bowl-winning predecessor, there are high expectations for DCs under Sean McVay.

Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / April 11

Remembering Great Miami Dolphins Teams

Given the mediocrity issues plaguing the Miami Dolphins, and as we quickly approach the 2025 NFL draft, let’s remember greatness. I will describe two of these Miami Dolphins teams.

How Will the South Carolina Gamecocks Offense Look Under Mike Shula

On Wednesday, Mike Shula was announced as the South Carolina Gamecocks' next offensive coordinator, following Dowell Loggains' departure to Appalachian State.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / April 14, 2024

Steelers great Terry Bradshaw made Don Shula so mad during a game he screamed at him

The Pittsburgh Steelers, under the leadership of the legendary Head Coach Chuck Noll, experienced unprecedented success in the 1970s. The organization, propelled to the top by Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception in 1972, embarked on a remarkable journey of Super Bowl victories and the rise of numerous Hall of Fame players.

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / February 8, 2024

Rams DC implementing grandfather Don Shula's philosophy

Rams DC implementing grandfather Don Shula's football philosophy

Chris Shula's been on the Los Angeles Rams staff since Sean McVay was hired as head coach back in 2017. Shula now replaces former defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, as Morris is heading to be the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.

Hall of Famer's grandson named new defensive coordinator for Rams

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Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / February 1, 2024