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Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich's wife passes away

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Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich's wife passes away

Summary

Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has died after a battle with cancer. The Falcons organization confirmed her passing on July 30, expressing condolences and honoring her strength and resilience. Jeff Ulbrich has been absent from training camp due to personal reasons, and the team requested privacy for the family during this time of grief. Members of the Falcons community are mourning her loss and remembering her contributions to their lives.

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By the Numbers

•Cristina Ulbrich died after a battle with cancer.
•The Falcons announced her passing on July 30.
•Jeff Ulbrich is currently absent from training camp.
•The team has requested privacy for the Ulbrich family.

Latest Updates

3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Falcons’ DC Jeff Ulbrich’s Wife, Christina, Dies Following Cancer Diagnosis
12:23 AMNBCSports.com — Jeff Ulbrich’s wife, Cristina, dies after a battle with cancer - NBC Sports
12:21 AMYahoo Sports — Jeff Ulbrich's wife, Cristina, dies after a battle with cancer

What they're saying

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Jeff Ulbrich has been away from the Atlanta Falcons at the start of training camp due to a family matter. That family news has been revealed, and it’s with a heavy heart that the announcement was made on Thursday evening that Jeff Ulbrich’s wife, Christina, has passed away. The Atlanta Falcons X account made the […] The post Atlanta Falcons’ DC Jeff Ulbrich’s Wife, Christina, Dies Following Cancer Diagnosis appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports