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Raiders Terminate $110M Contract of Star DT Wilkins, Seahawks Interested
25 Jul
Summary
- Raiders release high-priced DT Christian Wilkins from $110M contract
- Wilkins recovering from injured foot, NFLPA files grievance on his behalf
- Seahawks could consider signing Wilkins if he recovers at the right time
In a shocking decision, the Las Vegas Raiders have released high-priced defensive tackle Christian Wilkins from his contract on Thursday evening. Wilkins had signed a four-year, $110 million deal with the Raiders' previous regime last offseason, but the new decision-makers, John Spytek and Pete Carroll, were displeased with how he approached his recovery from an injured foot.
The Raiders have terminated Wilkins' contract as a vested veteran, voiding the remaining $35.2 million of his guaranteed money. The NFLPA has filed a grievance on Wilkins' behalf, attempting to help him regain his lost guarantees. Wilkins is still recovering from the foot injury, and there is no definite timeline for his return.
The Seattle Seahawks could be a potential landing spot for Wilkins once he is healthy. The Seahawks have a deep defensive tackle group, with veterans Jarran Reed and Johnathan Hankins re-signed this offseason, but they may consider adding Wilkins if he recovers at the right time and the team has a need. However, Wilkins is not expected to be ready for the start of the 2023 NFL season.
