The Atlanta Falcons have appointed Jeff Ulbrich as their new defensive coordinator, marking a significant move in the NFL coaching landscape.
Atlanta: The Falcons have just announced that Jeff Ulbrich is their new defensive coordinator. This is a big deal, especially since he was a candidate for the same role with the 49ers.
Ulbrich, who’s from the South Bay, had a solid NFL career with the 49ers before moving on to the Seahawks. He’s got some serious experience under his belt.
Last season, the 49ers were interested in him for their defensive coordinator position, but they ended up going with someone from within the team. Now, with Ulbrich off the table, they’ll need to find another candidate.
He’s also got a connection with Kyle Shanahan, having worked together on the Falcons’ staff a few years back. Ulbrich has been with Robert Saleh as a defensive coordinator for a while, so he knows his stuff.
With this hire, the Falcons are looking to strengthen their defense, while the 49ers will have to keep searching for their next coordinator. It’s a busy time in the NFL!