Buccaneers Waive Rookie Safety Shilo Sanders After Preseason Ejection

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie safety Shilo Sanders was waived following his ejection in the preseason finale against the Buffalo Bills for throwing a punch at tight end Zach Davidson. Despite showing potential and competing for the team's fourth safety spot, Sanders’ actions were deemed 'inexcusable' by head coach Todd Bowles, who emphasized the need for professionalism and growth. Sanders, an undrafted free agent out of Colorado and son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, had four tackles in the preseason but failed to secure a roster spot after the incident. His agents expressed hope that he will be claimed off waivers by another NFL team, though the punch and subsequent ejection likely hurt his chances. The Buccaneers also released several other players as they trimmed their roster. Sanders’ path forward remains uncertain, with potential opportunities on practice squads or other teams contingent on his future discipline and performance.