US EditionRaiders Defensive Line Looks to Prove Itself After Release of Christian Wilkins
CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA, JUL 30 – Wilkins was released after refusing a recommended surgery and causing a formal complaint with a teammate; the Raiders seek to void $35 million of his contract, sources said.
- The Las Vegas Raiders released defensive tackle Christian Wilkins last week after a locker room incident involving a playful kiss on a teammate's head caused offense.
- The release followed Wilkins' refusal of a recommended medical procedure for his foot injury, leading the Raiders to void the remaining $35.2 million of his $110 million contract.
- Sources confirmed the incident led to a formal human resources complaint, amid existing tensions over Wilkins' injury rehab and adherence to team protocols.
- Head coach Pete Carroll stated, "I think there was no clear path to his return, and so we just had to move on," while highlighting confidence in players like Malcolm Koonce and Adam Butler.
- The Raiders plan to develop a competitive defensive group through training camp and games, relying on Butler, Laulu, and Koonce to fill Wilkins’ role this season.
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