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Buccaneers Waive Shilo Sanders After Punch as Practice-Squad Option and CFL Rights Emerge

The undrafted rookie enters waivers after his preseason ejection, with Tampa Bay evaluating a practice-squad possibility if he goes unclaimed.

Shilo and Shedeur Sanders, sons of Deion Sanders, had a tough preseason finale this week
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Shilo Sanders #28 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reacts after a play during an NFL preseason football game against the Tennessee Titans at Raymond James Stadium on August 9, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.
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Overview

  • Sanders was ejected in the second quarter of Tampa Bay’s preseason finale for throwing a punch at Bills tight end Zach Davidson.
  • The Buccaneers informed him the next day that he was being waived, and agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey said they hope another NFL team claims him.
  • Pro Football Talk reported Tampa Bay could bring Sanders back on the practice squad if he clears waivers, and coach Todd Bowles called throwing punches inexcusable.
  • The CFL’s Toronto Argonauts added Sanders to their negotiating list, which grants them exclusive Canadian rights but does not constitute a contract or commitment.
  • Sanders played three preseason games for Tampa Bay, logging roughly 83 defensive snaps and four tackles while competing for a depth safety role.