**Title:** Falcons Coach Jeff Ulbrich Faces Fines Over Son’s Prank Call
**Meta Description:** Atlanta Falcons’ Jeff Ulbrich fined after son prank calls Shedeur Sanders during NFL Draft. Ulbrich expresses support from the organization.
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**Headline:** Atlanta Falcons’ Jeff Ulbrich Fined After Son’s Prank Call Incident During NFL Draft
In a surprising turn of events, Jax Ulbrich, the son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, stirred controversy by obtaining Shedeur Sanders’ phone number from his father’s computer and prank calling him during the NFL Draft. This incident led to significant repercussions, with the NFL imposing a $100,000 fine on Jeff Ulbrich and an additional $250,000 fine on the Falcons organization.
Despite the gravity of the situation, there was speculation about whether Jeff Ulbrich would face termination from his position. However, he expressed confidence in his job security, stating, “In all honesty, I never went there, but I felt nothing but support from the organization in every single way, from the people that worked the line in the cafeteria to [owner] Mr. [Arthur] Blank] himself.”
Jeff Ulbrich previously served in various assistant coaching roles with the Falcons from 2015 to 2020 before returning to the team in January as defensive coordinator, following the dismissal of former coordinator Jimmy Lake. He emphasized the strong support he received from the organization, which played a significant role in his decision to return.
Regarding his son’s actions, Ulbrich acknowledged the need for discipline but has yet to determine the appropriate course of action. “We’re still working through that, but it was a challenge for our family,” he remarked. “But it’s a challenge that everyone in our family’s up for. And like I said, it’s going to make my son better because of it.”
During a recent press conference, Ulbrich condemned his son’s behavior as “absolutely inexcusable” and expressed his shock upon discovering that Jax was behind the prank call.
As the Falcons navigate this incident, the focus remains on the implications for both the team and the Ulbrich family moving forward.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What led to the fines imposed on Jeff Ulbrich and the Falcons?**
A: Jeff Ulbrich was fined after his son prank called Shedeur Sanders using a phone number obtained from his father’s computer during the NFL Draft, resulting in fines for both Ulbrich and the Falcons organization.
