Las Vegas Raiders General Manager Tom Telesco made a substantial early move in free agency by securing the…
Las Vegas Raiders General Manager Tom Telesco made a substantial early move in free agency by securing the kind of player desired by Coach Antonio Pierce in Christian Wilkins, widely considered as one of the premier defensive tackles in NFL Free Agency.
Previous reports had indicated that the Raiders intended to target formidable players on the defensive line, and they delivered on that plan. It appears that their activity in this area might not be concluded.
While the specific details of the contract were not disclosed to us, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, “Dolphins star DT Christian Wilkins is headed to the #Raiders,” in a deal brokered by David Mulugheta of Athletes First. The four-year contract is valued at $110 million, with a base value, including $84.75 million guaranteed.
Our earlier reports emphasized the significance of Nevada’s absence of state income tax, and this aspect played a crucial role. Although the deal is slightly less than the one for Chris Jones, it stands as a notable achievement for Wilkins, expertly negotiated by David Mulugheta.
This signing carries significant weight for the Raiders, as it reinforces their commitment to building strength at the line of scrimmage and emphasizes the importance of robust players in that position.
As the NFL Draft approaches on April 25-27, 2024, in Detroit, Michigan, the Las Vegas Raiders currently hold the No. 13 overall pick.
