Falcons Coordinator’s Son Prank-Calls QB Shedeur Sanders During NFL Draft, Prompting Apology from Team

In a recent incident involving the NFL Draft, Jax Ulbrich, the 21-year-old son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, admitted to prank-calling Shedeur Sanders, a former University of Colorado quarterback. The prank occurred during the NFL Draft, where Sanders experienced a surprising drop from a top prospect to a fifth-round selection. The younger Ulbrich reportedly obtained Sanders’ contact information from his father’s iPad and used it to execute the prank.

According to a statement released by the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Jax Ulbrich impersonated New Orleans Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis during the call. He falsely informed Sanders that he had been drafted, leading to confusion and disappointment for the young quarterback. The Falcons organization has since issued an apology to Sanders and his family, emphasizing that they do not condone such behavior.

Jax Ulbrich took to social media to express his regret over the incident, posting an apology for his actions. The Falcons have confirmed that Jeff Ulbrich was unaware of his son’s intentions and had no involvement in the prank. The team has reached out to Sanders and his family to convey their apologies and address the situation.

This incident highlights the challenges faced by NFL prospects during the draft process, where emotions run high and unexpected events can occur. Despite the prank, Shedeur Sanders remains focused on his professional career, while the Falcons organization works to ensure that such incidents do not happen in the future.