Shilo Sanders Joins Buccaneers as Undrafted Free Agent

Shilo Sanders, son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL Draft. Shilo, who played safety at South Carolina, Jackson State, and Colorado, accumulated 170 tackles, multiple forced fumbles, and defensive touchdowns during his college career but also battled injuries. Despite concerns about his athleticism, his football intelligence and resilience impressed the Buccaneers under defensive-minded coach Todd Bowles. His brother, Shedeur Sanders, was selected in the fifth round by the Cleveland Browns after being projected as a possible first-rounder. Deion Sanders publicly praised Tampa Bay as an ideal fit for Shilo, while Colorado's football program gained recognition for sending the most wide receivers to the NFL this year. Both Sanders brothers now aim to secure roster spots and begin their professional careers.