Jeff Ulbrich: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 25

Falcons DC Jeff Ulbrich Brings Energy. Can He Breathe Life into Pass Rush?

Jeff Ulbrich insists his successful interview to be the Atlanta Falcons' defensive coordinator wasn't just him and head coach Raheem Morris "chopping it up like buddies." It was professional and thoroughly conducted, Ulbrich said.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 23

Falcons Named Best Fit for Projected $58 Million CB

The Atlanta Falcons hired Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator in the hopes of getting more out of the team's recent defensive draft picks. But another initial potential impact Ulbrich could make is in free agency.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 22

Falcons Free Agent Targets: Why Ex Jets, Texans DL Makes Sense

The pass rush-starved Atlanta Falcons are facing an exodus of bodies on their defensive line -- and as one of only five teams currently over the salary cap, they lack immense financial resources to swing big.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 18

Falcons Named 'Best Fit' for Standout Free Agent LB

An early favorite for the theme of the Atlanta Falcons' offseason is the return of familiar faces, headlined by head coach Raheem Morris opting for a reunion with newly hired defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

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NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 13

Could Falcons Help Pass Rush with Haason Reddick, Jeff Ulbrich Reunion?

On the surface, soon-to-be free agent outside linebacker Haason Reddick's 2024 season with the New York Jets should do little to intrigue the Atlanta Falcons.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / February 4

Jeff Ulbrich Scheme, Coverage: Falcons' Changes Under New Defensive Coordinator

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich doesn't want to be pigeonholed into one specific scheme. Hired to fix Atlanta's defense Jan. 18, Ulbrich played linebacker for a decade in the NFL and has spent the past 15 years in various coaching roles, capped by a 12-game stint as the New York Jets' interim head coach this past season.

NFL News / New York Jets on SI / February 3

Could Jets 28-Year-Old Star Reunite With Jeff Ulbrich On Falcons?

The National Football League offseason is just about here. There is just one game left before every team turns their focus to the offseason. The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for the Super Bowl to be played on Sunday, Feb.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 31

Falcons' Jeff Ulbrich, Raheem Morris Interview 'Wasn't Chopping It Up Like Buddies'

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris knew prospective defensive coordinator candidate Jeff Ulbrich long before the two sides held a virtual interview Jan.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 29

Steve Wilks Replaces Falcons' Jeff Ulbrich as DC of Jets

The Atlanta Falcons' defensive coordinator search was widely viewed as a competition between two candidates: Jeff Ulbrich and Steve Wilks. Atlanta opted for Ulbrich, who spent the four past seasons as the New York Jets' defensive coordinator.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 28

NFC Notes: Dan Morgan, Jeff Ulbrich, Bryce Young, Falcons, Panthers

Falcons new DC Jeff Ulbrich was asked how his relationship with HC Raheem Morris will be different since both have improved since they worked together in 2020: “My core principles are the same, my football brain is in a different place.” (Tori McElhaney) Ulbrich emphasized pressuring the QB and the pass rush as a whole: “It’s a priority.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 28

Falcons' Jeff Ulbrich Reveals Biggest Mistakes of Jets Coaching Tenure

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich is ready to turn the page on the still-fresh wounds of his 12-game stint as New York Jets interim head coach.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 28

Jeff Ulbrich says what all Falcons fans are thinking

The Falcons have not been able to rely on their defense in over a decade, with the pass rush consistently among the NFL’s worst. Nothing has changed in years; it’s the same song and dance every offseason: How does Atlanta improve the defense, particularly the pass rush?

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 27

Falcons' New Defensive Coordinator Will Call Plays, Not Raheem Morris

The Atlanta Falcons' defense will be in new hands in 2025 -- but with the help of a few returning faces. Jeff Ulbrich, who met with reporters Monday for the first time since being hired as the Falcons' defensive coordinator Jan.

New York Jets News / New York Jets on SI / January 27

Former Jets Coach Opens Up About Failures: 'Wasn't The Right Thing To Do'

A former New York Jets coach has come clean about some of his shortcomings during the Jets’ 2024 campaign. No one would blame New York’s recent interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich for the Jets' failures this past season — interim coaches by definition are nearly always tasked with taking on a losing and broken situation.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 19

Why Believe in Falcons Defensive Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich? 'Gotten So Much Better'

When now-Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich was in his 10th season playing linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers in 2009, his days as a starter had passed -- but he didn't quit, instead helping mature linebacker Patrick Willis into a future Hall of Famer.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / January 18

Falcons hire defensive coordinator once on the 49ers' radar

The Atlanta Falcons are hiring Jeff Ulbrich as their new defensive coordinator, removing another highly qualified candidate from the market. https://twitter.

NFL News / Field Level Media / January 18

Falcons tab Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator

Jeff Ulbrich is returning to the Atlanta Falcons as defensive coordinator, the team announced Saturday night. Ulbrich was the New York Jets' defensive coordinator over the past four seasons and served as interim head coach for the final 12 games of the 2024 season.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 18

Falcons name new defensive coordinator

Atlanta has spent this week looking into several candidates for the vacant defensive coordinator position. With the interview process complete, a decision has quickly been made.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 18

Falcons Hiring Jeff Ulbrich As Defensive Coordinator

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Falcons are hiring Jeff Ulbrich as their defensive coordinator. The Falcons have already confirmed the news:

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 15

Falcons Complete Interview With Jets Interim HC Jeff Ulbrich For DC Job

The Atlanta Falcons announced Wednesday that they’ve completed their interview with Jets interim HC Jeff Ulbrich for their defensive coordinator. Here’s

New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 11

Falcons DC Job Potential Landing Spot For Jets Interim HC Jeff Ulbrich

Miles Garrett and Zack Rosenblatt have both mentioned the Falcons’ now vacant defensive coordinator spot as a potential landing spot for Jets interim HC Jeff Ulbrich.

New York Jets News / Pro Football Rumors / January 3

Jeff Ulbrich to interview for Jets HC job despite disastrous interim tenure

Such a long, unsuccessful stint as an interim is likely to doom Ulbrich’s prospects to be the Jets head coach next year.

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New York Jets News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 3

Jeff Ulbrich Expects To Interview For Jets’ Full-Time HC Job Next Week

Jets’ interim HC Jeff Ulbrich said he expects to have an opportunity to interview for New York’s full-time head coach job next week, per Rich Cimini.

New York Jets News / Yardbarker / December 23

Jeff Ulbrich reacts to latest comments from Garrett Wilson

Jets' Jeff Ulbrich reacts to latest controversial comments from Garrett Wilson

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New York Jets News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Jets' Ulbrich Reveals Details of 'Awesome Deep Dive' in Bye Week

The bye week came at perhaps the best time for the New York Jets, with the team taking on water and struggling to stay afloat at 3-8. While there is little hope, at least from outside the building, that the Jets can make a late playoff push, inside the building, interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich offers a fresh perspective.