Cristina Ulbrich, the wife of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has sadly lost her brave fight with cancer. Per The Athletic, Ulbrich took a recruiting trip to the University of Hawaii almost 30 years ago. He went on to play college football there, per USA Today. That is reportedly when he and Cristina first crossed paths. They later wed and had three children. Jeff Ulbrich was also associated with the New York Jets and the San Francisco 49ers. Both teams issued heartfelt messages of condolence, as did the Rainbow Warriors of the University of Hawaii.
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The Atlanta Falcons Honored Cristina Ulbrich
The Falcons graciously paid tribute to her on their web site. The eloquent message from the team reads as follows. "The Atlanta Falcons are heartbroken by the passing of Cristina Ulbrich, beloved wife of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, after her courageous battle with cancer. Cristina was a devoted wife, mother, and friend whose strength, grace, and resilience touched all who knew her. She was a constant source of love and support to Jeff, their family, and the broader Falcons community. On behalf of the entire organization, we extend our deepest condolences to Jeff, their children, and all who loved Cristina."
It continued, "During this incredibly difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the Ulbrich family. We ask that their privacy be respected as they grieve this profound loss, and we stand with them in support and remembrance of Cristina's life."
Other Members of the Falcons Organization Added Their Statements on Cristina's Passing
Team owner Arthur Blank wrote in part, "Cristina will always be an important part of our Falcons family. My heart is with Jeff, Samantha, Jax, Jace (the Ulbrichs' three children) and the entire Ulbrich family during this unimaginable time." Blank warmly praised Cristina Ulbrich for her how deeply she cherished her family and how valiantly she battled her illness to the very last.
Head coach Kevin Stefanski added his sorrowful thoughts as well. He wrote in part, "It's a difficult time for the Ulbrich family. It's a difficult time for the Falcons family. It's a difficult time for everyone who knew and loved Cristina....It's heartbreaking, and we will make sure we are a family through all of this."
