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Raiders Release Christian Wilkins, Void $35.25 Million in Guarantees

He has filed an NFLPA grievance after the Raiders voided his guaranteed money over a disagreement on his foot surgery plan

Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Christian Wilkins watches from the sideline during the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers on Jan. 5, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal/TNS)
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Dec 24, 2023; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (94) looks on against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Raiders informed Wilkins of his release on July 24 after placing him on the Physically Unable to Perform list with an uncertain return-to-play timeline.
  • The team voided $35.25 million in guaranteed money from the four-year, $110 million deal he signed in March 2024 following disagreements over whether he should undergo additional foot surgery.
  • Wilkins tallied 17 tackles and two sacks in five games last season before suffering a season-ending Jones fracture that required surgery.
  • He filed a grievance with the NFL Players Association on Thursday to challenge the voiding of his guarantees.
  • The move creates cap flexibility, opening a defensive-tackle role for veterans such as Adam Butler and free-agent signee Leki Fotu as the Raiders finalize their training camp roster.