DONKEY: Shedeur Sanders’ Prank Caller Revealed As Ex-Jets Coach Ulbrich’s Son, Apologizes

Summary

The Breakfast Club Podcast Summary Episode: DONKEY: Shedeur Sanders’ Prank Caller Revealed As Ex-Jets Coach Ulbrich’s Son, Apologizes
Release Date: April 28, 2025

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Introduction to the Prank Call Incident

At the heart of this episode, host Charlamagne Tha God delves into a recent controversy involving a prank call made to Shedeur Sanders, the promising NFL draft prospect. The prank was perpetrated by Jax Albridge, the son of Jeff Ulbrich, the defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons.

Details of the Prank Call

Charlamagne introduces the incident by referencing the chaotic atmosphere surrounding the 2025 NFL Draft, particularly focusing on Shedeur Sanders' experience.

“Damn the Hee Haw again. It's time for Donkey of the Day. I'm not trying to be donkey today no more.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [02:01]

Jax Albridge impersonated an NFL general manager, prank calling Shedeur Sanders to inform him that he had been drafted by the New Orleans Saints. This deceptive act was intended as a joke but had unintended consequences.

“He was eventually drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round, dropping a Kluz bomb for Shador Sanders.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [03:26]

Impact on Shedeur Sanders and the NFL Community

The prank highlighted Shedeur Sanders' commendable demeanor during the draft, as he consistently attributed his experiences to divine will.

“All he kept doing the whole time he wasn't getting drafted was give all glory to God. He kept saying, this is God' plan.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [03:46]

Charlamagne emphasizes the negative repercussions of Jax's actions, both on Shedeur and his father, Jeff Ulbrich.

“Jax unintentionally came across the draft contact phone number which he found in an open iPad while visiting his parents home.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [05:00]

Public and NFL Response

The episode details the fallout from the prank call, including the NFL's involvement and the Falcons' response. The NFL began reviewing Jeff Ulbrich's role in the incident, although the Falcons initially stated they would not take action against Jeff.

“The Falcons have apologized to Shedeur and his family.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [06:15]

An NBC News report is cited, confirming that Jax accessed the contact information through his father's unsecured iPad and expressing remorse for his actions.

“Jax also says what he did was completely inexcusable, embarrassing and shameful.”
— NBC News Reporter [06:15]

Charlamagne’s Commentary and Analysis

Charlamagne provides a critical analysis of the situation, discussing the broader implications related to racial dynamics and perceptions within the NFL.

“There is a narrative. And the narrative is people already think that white people, owners, executives, coaches in the NFL are colluding against Shador to humble him and his father, Deion Sanders, because they don't like confident, secure black men.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [05:30]

He stresses the importance of understanding how personal actions can affect others, especially when those actions intersect with broader societal narratives.

“The moral of the story is this. You have to understand how your actions affect others.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [07:18]

Charlamagne also criticizes Jax's lack of foresight regarding the potential consequences of his prank, highlighting the unintended harm caused to his father's professional reputation.

“You have to remember when we do things. Who around me will this impact? Who around me will this affect?”
— Charlamagne Tha God [05:50]

Apology and Moving Forward

Jax Albridge publicly apologized on Instagram, expressing remorse for his actions and acknowledging the embarrassment he caused.

“He says he's sorry he took away from Sheadur's moment and that it was selfish and childish.”
— NBC News Reporter [06:15]

Charlamagne underscores the importance of this apology but also calls for greater accountability and understanding of the ripple effects personal actions can have within one’s community and beyond.

Conclusion

The episode wraps up with Charlamagne urging listeners to consider the broader impacts of their actions and the significance of responsible behavior, especially in high-stakes environments like the NFL Draft.

“We always think about how someone is impacted personally, but when you do things, think about how it will impact others, especially those you claim to love.”
— Charlamagne Tha God [07:18]

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Notable Quotes:

• “Jax unintentionally came across the draft contact phone number which he found in an open iPad while visiting his parents home.” — Charlamagne Tha God [05:00]

• “You have to understand how your actions affect others.” — Charlamagne Tha God [07:18]

• “He says he's sorry he took away from Sheadur's moment and that it was selfish and childish.” — NBC News Reporter [06:15]

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This episode of The Breakfast Club provides an in-depth look at a seemingly minor prank that had significant ramifications, highlighting themes of responsibility, the impact of actions on others, and the complexities of public perception within professional sports.

Transcript

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Damn the Hee Haw again. It's time for Donkey of the Day. I'm not trying to be donkey today no more. They should be embarrassed by what they already did. I'm not making these people do these things called Donkey of the Day and it really caught me off guard. Damn Charlemagne. Who got the Donkey of the Day today? Well, Jess, hilarious Donkey of the day for Monday, April 28, goes to Jax Aldbridge. Who is Jax Albridge? Well, he's the son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Albridge. Now, over the weekend, he did something that was absolutely hilarious. Okay? Stupid, which is why he's getting donkey of the day, but hilarious nonetheless. See, we all watched Shador Sanders slide in the 2025 NFL Draft. He was eventually drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round, dropping a Kluz bomb for Shador Sanders. Sidebar. I love the way Shador handled the whole situation. All he kept doing the whole time he wasn't getting drafted was give all glory to God. He kept saying, this is God' plan. And he accepted whatever was happening in his life at that moment. I love that. Drop on the clues Bones for shadow once again. But Jax took it upon himself to pretend to be an NFL general manager and prank call Shador Sanders doing this whole thing. Let's listen.

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[Charlamagne Tha God]

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[Mickey Loomis]

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[Charlamagne Tha God]

He said, you're gonna have to wait a little bit longer. First of all, hilarious, okay? Very, very well played. You gotta give it to him. What a way to meet the moment with a joke. If I had access to Shador's personal number or whatever number he was using on draft day, my mind might have went to doing something like that, too, at that age. Jack Ulbrich is 21. But the reason I'm giving Jax the credit he deserves for being stupid is because of who his father is. His father is Jeff Ulbrich, defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons. Right now, as I speak, the NFL is reviewing Jeff's role in the Shador Sanders prank call. The Falcons said they won't be taking any action against Jeff. But the NFL said they have been in contact with the Falcons and they are reviewing the matter. And this is the issue. See, Jax, you didn't take into consideration how this could impact your daddy because of who he is. And that is something we all need to remember when we do things. Who around me will this impact? Who around me will this affect? Okay, Jax, if you was just some 21 year old kid who prank called Shador. I'd be like, whatever, but your daddy is in the NFL, okay? He's defensive coordinator for the Falcons. Now we know where you got the number from. Okay, I'm not saying daddy gave it to you, but you clearly have been privy to some inside information, and that's exactly what happened. Jax unintentionally came across the draft contact phone number which he found in an open iPad while visiting his parents home. Now you now you done made things hot for your daddy for no damn reason. Reason. You know how the Internet works, okay? Or maybe you don't. So let me explain. Jax, you're white, okay? Caucasian. There is a narrative. And the narrative is people already think that white people, owners, executives, coaches in the NFL are colluding against Shador to humble him and his father, Deion Sanders, because they don't like confident, secure black men. That's the narrative. So when the son of a defensive coordinator in the NFL pranks Shador like that, and you hear Shadora say, nobody has this number, it puts fire on on the flames of all the conspiracy theorists because you like. Oh, they really playing with Shadow. The son of an NFL defensive coordinator prank called Shadow. Everybody with a tin foil pool shiesty mask who thought this was a conspiracy. You can't tell them nothing after this. You confirmed their suspicions, Jax. And you made it hot for your daddy for no damn reason. Now, Jax did apologize on Instagram. Let's go to NBC 11 Alive News for the report, please.

[NBC News Reporter]

I'm sure you saw the shocking video over the weekend of Shadur Sanders being prank call the callers posing as the Saints general manager leading shooter to believe that he was being drafted by the Saints. Well, turns out one of the kids involved is the son of Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbricht. The Falcons confirming today that Jax Ulbricht came across the contact information on his father's unlocked iPad. Jeff Ulbricht did not know about any of this until the prank call came to light. The Falcons have apologized to Shedeur and his family. The Falcons went on to say, we have also been in contact with the NFL. Will continue to cooperate fully with any inquiries we may receive from the NFL League office. We are thoroughly reviewing all protocols and updating if necessary, to help prevent an incident like this from happening again. Now, Jax actually released an apology on Instagram this afternoon. He says he called Shadura on Sunday to apologize. Jax also says what he did was completely inexcusable, embarrassing and shameful. He says he's sorry he took away from Shadur's moment and that it was selfish and childish.

[Charlamagne Tha God]

Yes, make sure you apologize to your daddy too for embarrassing his last name. And let the record show they did prank call a couple of other players, but nobody cared about them because Shadow was the main attraction for the whole draft. All right, the NFL needs to send the Sanders family an edible arrangement or something because I can't remember the last time folks talked about the NFL draft this much, especially after the first round. But the moral of the story is this. You have to understand how your actions affect others. We always think about how someone is impacted personally, but when you do things, think about how it will impact others, especially those you claim to love. Please give Jax Albrecht the biggest Hee Haw. Matter of fact, let Chelsea Handler give Jax Ulbrich the biggest Hee haw. Hee Haw. Hee Haw. That is way too much den mayonnaise.

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