Raiders release defensive tackle Christian Wilkins
Published in Football
LAS VEGAS — The Raiders have released defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, the club confirmed Thursday.
Wilkins, whom the Raiders signed to a four-year, $110 million contract in the 2024 offseason with $82.75 million guaranteed, played five games before suffering a season-ending foot injury. He was on track to potentially return late last season, but with nothing of significance to play for, the Raiders nixed that idea.
Wilkins suffered a setback to the surgically repaired foot this year that required an additional procedure. Coach Pete Carroll said in May that Wilkins faced a long recovery process, then said his status remained uncertain when the Raiders opened training camp this week.
In a statement, the Raiders said: “We have decided that it is in the best interests of the organization to move on from Christian Wilkins, and he has been informed of his release from the team. This franchise has a commitment to excellence on and off the field. With no clear path or plan for future return to play for Christian, this transaction is necessary for the entire organization to move forward and prepare for the new season.”
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