What does Jeff Ulbrich make? Inside the salary of the Atlanta Falcons DC defensive coordinator

Jeff Ulbrich has been in the news lately, for several personal reasons and for his new position as the defensive coordinator with the Atlanta Falcons. You might remember Ulbrich as the interim head coach of the New York Jets and that this decision to move to Atlanta is imperative to be a key to the Falcons' defense in the upcoming NFL season.

In addition, he is now making a significant amount of money, which has raised the questions as to how much he is making compared to other defensive coordinators throughout the league.

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How much does Jeff Ulbrich make?

According to Front Office Sports, Ulbrich has landed a contract worth an estimated $1.6 million a season with the Atlanta Falcons, making him the ninth highest-paid defensive coordinator in and, among some top defensive minds in the league.

So, where does his salary compare with his colleagues in this highly sought-after position? Let's dive into the salary rankings of NFL defensive coordinators.

How much do defensive coordinators earn?

In the previous season, Ulbrich's contract with the Falcons is valued at around $1.6 million per year, making him the ninth-highest-paid defensive coordinator in the NFL.

He was interim head coach of the Jets, but now he is the Falcons' defensive coordinator and is the ninth top paid defensive coordinator in the league. So how do other defensive coordinators' earnings stack up?

According to a report by Front Office Sports, which cited NBC Sports, Pro Football Network, and ESPN UK, the top paid defensive coordinator in the NFL is Vic Fangio, now with the Eagles and a Super Bowl champion. He earns nearly $4.5 million a year.

Second is Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, with a $4 million a year salary. Third is Steve Spagnuolo of the Kansas City Chiefs at an estimated $3.5 million a year.