Unselected University of Texas Wide Receiver Fooled by Joke Phone Call, Aligns with Shedeur Sanders in Wave of NFL Draft Hoaxes
Unspeakable Pranks Haunt NFL Draft Prospects
The NFL Draft isn't just about dreams coming true - it's a minefield of jokes on unsuspecting rookies. Isaiah Bond, a top-tier wide receiver, discovered this the hard way when he was tricked by a sneaky prankster pretending to be Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot.
As the phone rang with false hopes of a draft invitation, the joker taunted Bond with a "Roll Tide" and an Alabama salute. This prank, like many others, left football fans scratching their heads in disapproval.
In a twisted turn of events, it was Bond who became the talking point this year. The Frisco Police Department slapped him with sexual assault charges, plunging his draft prospects into turmoil. Two weeks before the draft, the Alabama alum's rankings plummeted faster than a lead balloon. Bonds vehemently denied the allegations, countersuing his accuser and reaching out to all 32 NFL front offices, pleading for a chance to exonerate himself in court.
The prank-calling pandemonium didn't stop at Bond. Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, Kyle McCord, and Tyler Warren all found themselves on the receiving end of these cruel jokes. In a wheels-within-wheels scenario, Shedeur Sanders' prankster was none other than Jax Ulbrich, son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.
The sports world buzzed with speculation that Ulbrich might have shared prospect contacts, turning the prank calls into an organized conspiracy. However, as of now, the Falcons organization has chosen to shrug off the allegations and stand by Ulbrich senior.
The heartless pranks have left a sour taste in the mouths of football fans, who are skeptical about the security measures in place within the NFL. These pranks have the potential to cause significant emotional distress for players, adding unnecessary stress to an already high-pressure situation.
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Sources: [The Athletic][1], [USA Today][2], [ESPN][3], [Outkick][4]
Background on Prank Calls During the NFL Draft
The prank calls during the 2025 NFL Draft emerged as a troubling trend, with numerous prospects falling victim to these pranks. Players like Shedeur Sanders, Isaiah Bond, Kyle McCord, and Tyler Warren were all targeted[1][2][3][4].
Involvement of Jax Ulbrich
Jax Ulbrich, the son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, was involved in one of the prank calls. Ulbrich impersonated Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis and prank-called Shedeur Sanders, sparking controversy[2][4].
Potential Leaks
There is speculation that Ulbrich might have shared prospect contact information with other pranksters, though this has only been linked to the Sanders incident so far[4].
Impact on Draft Prospects
These pranks left the football community questioning the data security within the NFL, as it seemed that pranksters had access to sensitive information about draft prospects[3]. The pranks also caused significant emotional stress for players during a critical life event like the NFL Draft, with false promises bound to be disheartening[5]. The pranks have been roundly criticized by fans and the media alike, with many viewing them as cruel and unacceptable[4][5].
- In the 2025 NFL Draft, several unsuspecting prospects were unexpectedly pranked, including Isaiah Bond, who was duped by someone impersonating a general manager.
- The prank callers were not limited to just one corner, as players like Shedeur Sanders, Kyle McCord, and Tyler Warren also found themselves in the crosshairs of these crude jokes.
- The pranks during the NFL Draft in 2025 caused a stir in the sports world, with many questioning the security measures in place to protect draft prospects from such distressing pranks.
