Son of Falcons Coach Apologizes for Prank Call to Shedeur Sanders

During the 2025 NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders, son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, received a prank call from someone impersonating New Orleans Saints GM Mickey Loomis, falsely suggesting he was about to be drafted. The caller was later identified as Jax Ulbrich, the 21-year-old son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

Jax admitted to the prank, stating he found Sanders’ contact information on an open iPad at his parents’ home and used it to make the call. He publicly apologized on Instagram, calling his actions “inexcusable, embarrassing, and shameful.” The Falcons confirmed Jeff Ulbrich had no knowledge of the incident and have issued an apology to Sanders and his family. The NFL is investigating the matter. 

Despite the prank, Sanders was eventually selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round with the 144th overall pick.