Atlanta Falcons confirm death of Cristina Ulbrich, wife of Jeff Ulbrich
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:04 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Cristina Ulbrich, wife of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, passed away after battling cancer. The Falcons announced her death in a statement, expressing sorrow for the loss of a beloved member of the community. The team requested privacy for the Ulbrich family during this difficult time. Jeff Ulbrich joined the Falcons prior to the 2025 season and has three children with Cristina. Details regarding his potential time away from the team were not disclosed.
- •Cristina Ulbrich died after a battle with cancer.
- •The Falcons announced her passing on July 30, 2026.
- •Jeff Ulbrich has been the Falcons' defensive coordinator since 2025.
- •Cristina Ulbrich is survived by three children: Samantha, Jax, and Jace.
- •The team has asked for privacy for the family during their grieving process.
- 1:24 AMESPN NFL — Wife of Falcons coach Ulbrich dies from cancer
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons announce death of Cristina Ulbrich, wife of DC Jeff Ulbrich, following cancer battle
- 11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons coach’s wife loses battle with cancer
"Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, died from cancer Thursday, the team announced.
"The Atlanta Falcons have announced the death of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s wife.
"Atlanta announced Cristina Ulbrich's death in a statement on Thursday.
Sources
External links- ESPN NFLJul 31, 2026, 1:24 AMWife of Falcons coach Ulbrich dies from cancer
Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, died from cancer Thursday, the team announced.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 11:54 PMFalcons announce death of Cristina Ulbrich, wife of DC Jeff Ulbrich, following cancer battle
Atlanta announced Cristina Ulbrich's death in a statement on Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 11:52 PMFalcons coach’s wife loses battle with cancer
The Atlanta Falcons have announced the death of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s wife.
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