Overview

• Sanders was waived during final roster cuts less than a day after being ejected for punching Bills tight end Zach Davidson, which coach Todd Bowles called inexcusable.
• He cleared waivers unclaimed and was not selected for the Buccaneers’ initial 17-player practice squad.
• In a YouTube message, Sanders thanked Tampa Bay, said he is speaking with his agent, and signaled openness to an NFL chance or pursuits in music, acting, and modeling.
• Deion Sanders said his son is mentally and physically ready and that the family is praying for another team opportunity.
• The CFL’s Toronto Argonauts hold Sanders’ negotiating rights, offering a potential pathway to keep playing and seek an NFL return.