Cristina Ulbrich, Wife of Falcon's DC Jeff Ulbrich, Passes Away from Cancer

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich lost his beloved wife, Cristina Ulbrich, to cancer in July 2026. On October 18, 2026, Jeff and the staff of Atlanta Falcons paid tribute to Cristina by wearing “I play for Cristina Ulbrich” shirts.

Cristina was diagnosed with cancer in 2025. However, no additional details were disclosed regarding her diagnosis. She passed away on July 30, 2026, approximately a year after being diagnosed with cancer.

Cristina is remembered as "a devoted wife, mother, and friend whose strength, grace, and resilience touched all who knew her." She had three children, Samantha, Jax and Jace. When she passed away, her husband had to step away from the team temporarily to be with his family. There was an outpouring of support from both fans and the team at Atlanta Falcons when news of her passing first broke.

The Falcons released an official statement on social media platform X, sharing that Cristina “was a constant source of love and support to Jeff, their family, and the broader Falcons community.” They added, “On behalf of the entire organization, we extend our deepest condolences to Jeff, their children, and all who loved Cristina."

Atlanta Falcons owner, Arthur Blank, also paid tribute to Cristina. He shared, "It was always evident how deeply Cristina loved her family and how fiercely she supported them. She faced every challenge with extraordinary courage, strength and grace, inspiring so many through the way she lived and the way she fought. My family and I, along with the entire Falcons family, send our love and prayers for strength to everyone mourning her loss."