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Rams moving on from DC Phillips
The Los Angeles Rams informed 72-year-old defensive coordinator Wade Phillips that his contract will not be renewed for the 2020 season. A year after advancing to the Super Bowl, the Rams… More finished the 2019 season with a 9-7 record and missed the playoffs. The Rams are also moving on from running backs coach Skip Peete, a holdover from former coach Jeff Fisher’s old staff. Less
Source: Los Angeles Times
Defensive Notes: Los Angeles Rams
I recently finished the Wade Phillips book, Son Of Bum. He’s been in the league forever – the defensive equivalent of Norv Turner. And Phillips is now taking his act to the Rams. So it makes sense to take at look at his overall body of work. more »
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Ian Allan: Book Review
I just finished reading Wade Phillips’ new book, Son Of Bum, covering his years in the NFL – starting off as an assistant under his dad, and his later years on his own. Seems like a good guy, and nice to see him finally win a championship with the Broncos. more »
Rams to change defensive scheme
New Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Wade Phillips is planning to shift to a 3-4 defensive scheme for the 2017 season. While such a change is significant, Phillips has had success in building championship defenses at previous stops. Time will tell if he can replicate that success in Los Angeles.
Source: NFL.com
Trivia: December 15, 2016
John Fassel makes his debut tonight as a head coach, replacing fired Jeff Fisher. Fassel is the son of former Giants coach Jim Fassel. In the Super Bowl Era, who are the only other five combos of fathers and sons who have both served as head coaches? answer »
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