Shedeur Sanders prankster turns out to be son of NFL coach
The son of an Atlanta Falcons coach has come forward to apologize for a prank call made to Shedeur Sanders during the NFL Draft. Jax Ulbrich, the son of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, took responsibility for the call which occurred as Sanders slid from a first-round projection to the fifth round.
In a statement posted on his Instagram account, Ulbrich expressed deep regret for his actions, calling the prank call “completely inexcusable, embarrassing, and shameful.” He acknowledged that he had made a mistake and apologized to Sanders for taking away from his moment of celebration. Ulbrich also thanked Sanders for accepting his call and expressed hope for forgiveness.
The NFL has launched an investigation into the prank call, confirming that Jax Ulbrich had obtained Sanders’ contact information from an open iPad at his parents’ house. The Falcons released a statement clarifying that Jeff Ulbrich was unaware of the incident and did not condone the behavior. The team extended apologies to Sanders and his family, and committed to cooperating with the league’s inquiries.
Sanders, who was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the No. 144 overall pick, downplayed the impact of the prank call, stating that he does not feed into negativity. He described the act as childish but expressed a mature outlook on the situation. Sanders’ new head coach, Kevin Stefanski, condemned the prank call as the work of “morons.”
Overall, the incident serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of irresponsible behavior and the importance of respecting others, especially during significant moments in their lives. The Falcons have vowed to review and update their protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future. As the NFL Draft continues to be a pivotal event for aspiring athletes, it is crucial for all involved to uphold the values of sportsmanship and professionalism.
