Jeff Ulbrich staying on as Falcons defensive coordinator

Kevin Stefanski has begun assembling his coaching staff for the Atlanta Falcons by retaining defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich. Ulbrich will continue to lead the defense, a unit that showed significant improvement in 2025, finishing second in the NFL with 57 sacks. This retention aligns with Falcons owner Arthur Blank's recommendation and provides continuity for the defense, which features promising talents like James Pearce Jr., Jalon Walker, and Brandon Dorlus. Additionally, former Browns offensive coordinator Tommy Rees is expected to join Stefanski in Atlanta, while Bill Callahan is likely to return to work under Stefanski after a stint in Tennessee. These moves are part of Stefanski's strategy to build on the team's existing foundation and improve their performance.