Overview

• Sanders was ejected in the second quarter against the Bills for throwing a punch at tight end Zach Davidson after the whistle.
• Head coach Todd Bowles called the punch inexcusable, emphasizing that throwing punches will get a player removed every time.
• NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Tampa Bay informed Sanders of the waiver decision on Sunday morning.
• ProFootballTalk’s Mike Florio reported the team viewed Sanders positively and noted he was immediately remorseful, with a practice-squad return contingent on clearing waivers.
• The undrafted rookie had four preseason tackles after signing with the Bucs in May and was competing for depth and special-teams roles.