Top 5 Shilo Sanders practice squad landing spots explored as Deion Sanders’ son reimagines NFL dream feat. Steelers

Shilo Sanders was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent during the 2025 NFL season. The brother of Shedeur Sanders and son of Deion Sanders was competing for a roster spot to potentially add depth to the team’s defensive backs.

The rookie was cut following the Buccaneers’ final preseason game, possibly because he threw a punch at Buffalo Bills tight end Zach Davidson and was ejected. He is now looking for a new team, likely as a practice squad option for the time being. Here are five landing spots that make the most sense for him following Week 1.

Shilo Sanders landing spots in 2025 after Bucs cut

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#1 - New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints could be looking to add more defensive backs after Tyrann Mathieu retired during the 2025 NFL offseason. They are also a rebuilding team that lacks talent compared with the rest of the league, so adding Sanders makes sense for their current situation.

#2 - Cleveland Browns

The Cleveland Browns already added one of Deion Sanders’ sons when they drafted Shedeur Sanders this year. They could potentially add another in Shilo Sanders, now that he is available as a free agent. They lost Juan Thornhill during the offseason, so they may be looking to improve depth in the secondary.

#3 - Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers parted ways with superstar safety Minkah Fitzpatrick during the offseason, creating a potential need in their defensive secondary. Rumors have circulated that they could be interested in Sanders, partially due to his reported relationship with one of their scouts, Kelvin Fisher.

#4 - Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys are relatively weak at the safety position, where Sanders primarily lines up. Jerry Jones has a connection to Coach Prime, who was a former player for the franchise and was even considered for the team’s head coaching vacancy this year. Their relationship could play a role in Sanders finding a new team.

#5 - Washington Commanders

The Washington Commanders have one of the weakest safety duos in the NFL, with Will Harris and Quan Martin currently projected as starters. They lost Jeremy Chinn during the offseason and lack overall depth at the position. Sanders could be a future option for the team if they decide to sign him to the practice squad and develop him.