Wrestling icon Ric Flair has turned his spotlight onto Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Shilo Sanders, son of Deion Sanders, in a moment that’s as unexpected as it is headline-worthy.
The two recently linked up in the Tampa area, where they both now reside, and it appears Flair came away deeply impressed with the young defensive back.
Taking to social media after their meeting, Flair offered a glowing endorsement of Sanders complete with the kind of bravado only he can deliver.
“For A Man That Can Have An Ego Bigger Than God, You Are The Most Handsome & Nicest Man I Have Ever Met In My Entire Life,” Flair posted.
“Shilo Sanders, The Son Of Deion Sanders, Thank You For The Couple Of Hours We Had Together. In My Mind In Tampa Right Now, Tom Brady Is Gone, So You Are Absolutely The Man! WOOOOO!”
Shilo Sanders eyes NFL future after going undrafted
While comparisons to Tom Brady might seem outrageous on the surface, they speak to Flair‘s ability to recognize charisma and potential. Shilo Sanders, after all, isn’t stepping into the NFL with the fanfare of a top draft pick. He went undrafted out of Colorado following a college career that was filled with drama, intensity, and the ever-present shadow of his Hall of Fame father.
Despite a tumultuous pre-draft process that saw his name slip down draft boards, Sanders signed with the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent. It’s a steep hill to climb, especially on a team that still carries echoes of its Super Bowl glory under Brady. Sanders‘ spot on the roster isn’t secure, and every practice snap counts. But according to those around him, he’s putting in the work.
The young safety has garnered respect for how he’s handled his transition to the NFL. Away from his father’s system at Colorado and Jackson State, where he also played under Coach Prime, Shilo is now navigating football life on his own.
For Flair, whose own career spans decades of reinvention, grit, and showmanship, Sanders‘ story is one worth betting on. The wrestling legend knows what it takes to create a lasting legacy-and he seems to believe Shilo is up for the challenge.
Of course, earning a roster spot is the first hurdle. With veterans and fellow rookies all competing for limited roles, Sanders will have to separate himself through special teams play, preseason reps, and, above all, consistency.
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