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NFL Fines Shilo Sanders $4,669 as Waived Buccaneers Rookie Remains Unsigned

A preseason punch ended his Buccaneers bid, leaving his next step uncertain.

Overview

  • The NFL issued a $4,669 fine after Shilo Sanders was ejected in the preseason finale for unnecessary roughness.
  • Sanders was tossed for punching Bills tight end Zach Davidson during the Aug. 24 game.
  • Tampa Bay waived him within 24 hours and did not add him to the 53-man roster or the practice squad.
  • Head coach Todd Bowles called throwing punches inexcusable and said Sanders must grow from the mistake.
  • In a video, Sanders said he will pursue another NFL opportunity but is open to music, modeling or acting as his parents voiced support.