Jeff Ulbrich Scheme, Coverage: Falcons' Changes Under New Defensive Coordinator
The Atlanta Falcons' defense will look different in several ways under newly hired defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.
Former Falcons defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen finds a new home
Former Falcons defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen has found a new home, joining the Bills as a senior defensive assistant, according to Bruce Feldman. The Jaguars finished the 2024 campaign dead last in passing yards allowed and 31st in total defense.
Watch: Falcons introduce defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich
After interviewing a handful of candidates, the Atlanta Falcons hired Jeff Ulbrich for their defensive coordinator vacancy last week. The team held a press conference in Flowery Branch to introduce Ulbrich on Monday morning.
Ex-Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen reportedly joins Buffalo Bills
According to a tweet sent by The Athletic's Bruce Feldman, former Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen is on the move. Feldman reports that Nielsen will join the Buffalo Bills as a senior defensive assistant. New Jaguars head coach Liam Coen has opted to rebuild his own staff, leaving Nielsen and several others without jobs.
Former Jaguars DC Ryan Nielsen joins Bills coaching staff
Ryan Nielsen has served as a defensive coordinator on three different teams over the past three years. He will not have another DC gig in 2025, but he has landed a new opportunity in the NFL.
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Atlanta Falcons Defensive Coordinator Search Could Come Down to 2
In an official team announcement, the Atlanta Falcons announced they had parted ways with first year defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake. "After a thorough evaluation of the season, and with ...
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What Falcons need in a defensive coordinator
The Falcons finished with the 10th-worst rush defense EPA (-9.9) in the league. Atlanta announced Tuesday that it had interviewed University of Michigan defensive coordinator Don "Wink" ...
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Falcons hire former Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator
The Atlanta Falcons have decided on their next defensive coordinator after making a change just one year into Raheem Morris' reign as head coach. Former New York Jets defensive coordinator ...
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Falcons hire DL coach, defensive passing game coordinator
The Falcons fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake and defensive line coach Jay Rodgers after an underwhelming season in ...
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Can New Defensive Coordinator Fix Atlanta Falcons?
It’s hard to be an Atlanta Falcons fan and not be frustrated. The firing of Jimmy Lake prompts the Falcons to search for a defensive coordinator for the fourth time in five years. What ...
Experienced and coveted defensive coordinator is joining Buffalo Bills coaching staff
Former New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons and Jacksonville Jaguars Defensive Coordinator Ryan Nielsen is joining the Buffalo Bills coaching staff as a senior defensive assistant.
Buffalo Bills set to make intriguing hire on defensive side of the ball
The Buffalo Bills are adding another strong defensive mind to their coaching staff. Bruce Feldman reported on Thursday that ...