Overview

• Shilo Sanders, overlooked in the 2025 NFL Draft, signed a three-year, $2.965 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including a $300,000 guarantee.
• Head coach Todd Bowles described Sanders as 'very intelligent' and 'very loud' after the first day of rookie minicamp, highlighting his grasp of the playbook and vocal leadership.
• Sanders has been assigned jersey No. 28 for minicamp, a number previously worn by notable Buccaneers players like Warrick Dunn and Leonard Fournette.
• The decision to hire agent Drew Rosenhaus after parting ways with his father, Deion Sanders, played a pivotal role in securing Shilo's opportunity with Tampa Bay.
• The Buccaneers' safety depth issues create a competitive environment where Sanders’ skills as a ball-hawking safety and special teams contributor could help him secure a spot on the 53-man roster.