The Las Vegas Raiders needed to get better at every position this off season. They took a giant step in that direction by signing Christian Wilkins this off season to a 4 year-$110 million dollar contract. That includes $84.75 million guaranteed.
Gardner Minshew was asked who has impressed him most on the whole team.
Without hesitation, Christian Wilkins. #Raiders pic.twitter.com/ff080NVFjg
— Logan Reever (@loganreever) June 4, 2024
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Wilkins play at OTA’s are making a impression on his teammates. Quarterback Gardner Minshew made a comment about Wilkins play. “That dude is running so fast every single play wherever the ball is, you’ll see him soon, know what I’m saying, he shows up. It’s really impressive to be around a guy like that, that non-stop works the way he does.”
Linebackers coach Mike Caldwell has been very impressed with Wilkins as well. “He had a play the other day where he might need to be in my room,” said Caldwell. “He’s so athletic and he plays with so much passion he’s like a linebacker in so many ways. He’s active and has a great motor. We’re just excited to have him here.”
Maxx Crosby needed some help on the defensive line. Teams knew that once you neutralized Crosby then you didn’t have to worry about the rest of the line causing problems. Wilkins who had 10 sacks last year which was good for 5th amongst tackles is going to give the Raiders a strong presence upfront. His constant pressure is going to make things easier for the whole line especially Crosby.
Look for the Raiders defensive line to have a dramatic tourn around and possibly be one of the top units in the league if Wilkins is playing at a high level.
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