Raiders-Christian Wilkins separation overview: Spytek & Carroll stand firm
The Las Vegas Raiders officially ended their tenure with defensive tackle Christian Wilkins yesterday, one year into his $110 million contract. The move marks a pivotal organizational turn under new GM John Spytek and head coach Pete Carroll, with team dynamics and the salary cap shaping a clear message: performance and accountability matter more than star power.Shedeur Sanders throws touchdown on first pass attempt to former Kent State star Luke FlorieaThe collapse of Wilkins' Raider stintWilkins signed a four-year, $110 million deal in March 2024, but his season was cut short in Week 5 by a Jones fracture in his foot. Disagreement over surgery and rehab protocol escalated tensions between the player and medical staff. He was placed on the PUP list entering training camp, and the team eventually decided his return path was unclear.The Raiders designated Wilkins as a […]