Rams Name Wade Phillips Defensive Coordinator

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Updated: January 14, 2017

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com the Los Angeles Rams have named former Denver Broncos defensive coordinator Wade Phillips their defensive coordinator.

Wade Phillips has agreed to terms to become Rams defensive coordinator, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 13, 2017

Schefter reported that Phillips was Sean McVay’s top choice for the position.

If Sean McVay lands the Rams’ HC job, his top option for DC would be Broncos DC Wade Phillips, per league sources.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 11, 2017

Schefter shared more information on the move.

So Rams give new HC Sean McVay a 5-year contract and hire away DC Wade Phillips, who had other options.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 13, 2017

Philips is seasoned veteran as a coach and will provide excellent insight to the Los Angeles Rams’ staff. He has served a head coach for the Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills, and Dallas Cowboys throughout his career.

Philips was part of the Broncos staff that won the Super Bowl last season. He was also named the Assistant coach of the year last season.

Phillips is one of the best defensive coordinators in the league and Rams fans should be excited about the move. As more information surfaces on the Rams and their offseason news we will keep you up to date.

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