Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Shilo Sanders remains a free agent after being waived by the team following an ejection from a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills. The decision to release Sanders came as the Buccaneers moved to trim their roster ahead of the 2025 regular season, with several players being waived in the process. Sanders, who was not added to the practice squad, is now looking toward the future as a free agent.
Sanders reflected on his time with the Buccaneers in a video posted to social media, expressing gratitude for the support he received from the team and the community. “My time being with the Buccaneers has been nothing but great,” he said. “The city, my teammates, my coaches, everybody has poured in love and support toward me and I’ll be forever grateful for that.” The video, which has since received a significant amount of attention, highlights Sanders’ optimism and determination as he moves forward in his career.
Looking ahead, Sanders remains focused on securing a spot on an NFL roster. “I feel like this is just part of my story to grow and do bigger and better things,” he said. “Whether it’s finding another team, whether it’s getting another opportunity in the NFL, it is what it is.” Despite the setback, Sanders’ comments suggest he is still hopeful about a return to the league, with his father, Deion Sanders, expressing confidence in his son’s abilities and potential.
Deion Sanders has also spoken about his son’s future, emphasizing the importance of resilience and preparedness. “He’s my son, I’m proud of my kids, all of them,” Deion Sanders said in a statement via ESPN. “And I prepared my kids for any and everything that could possibly happen in life and in sports.” He added that the family has already made plans for Shilo in case he does not secure a new roster spot, highlighting the support system in place for the young athlete.
With the NFL draft and free agency period approaching, the focus now shifts to whether Sanders can find a new opportunity to continue his football career or explore alternative paths. His father’s words serve as a reminder of the pressures and challenges facing young athletes in professional sports, as well as the importance of having a backup plan in case things do not go as planned. As Shilo Sanders moves forward, the world will be watching to see what his next steps will be in both his career and personal life.