Sterling Shepard is set for another season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after signing a new deal for 2025. He previously joined the team on a one-year contract to kickstart his NFL career following time with the New York Giants. During the 2024 season, Shepard began on the practice squad but quickly moved up to become the Buccaneers' primary third receiver. He finished the season with 32 receptions for 334 yards and one touchdown, along with 69 yards on eight carries.

Shepard's collegiate career at Oklahoma was stellar, highlighted by a Big 12 Championship and a College Football Playoff appearance alongside Baker Mayfield in 2015. His family legacy looms large; his father, Derrick, also played at Oklahoma. This connection may have influenced Mayfield's push to bring Shepard to Tampa Bay last offseason.