In a surprising turn of events, the Las Vegas Raiders have decided to release Christian Wilkins from their roster, just one year into his multi-million dollar contract. As such, the 29-year-old defensive tackle,

Wilkins was mysteriously released by the Raiders on Thursday, which the team attributed to the way he was treating the rehab for a foot injury that kept him sidelined for most of last season. Las Vegas cut ties just one season into his five-year, $110 million pact.

HENDERSON, Nev. -- The Las Vegas Raiders released prized free-agent signee Christian Wilkins on Thursday, blaming the defensive tackle for not giving the organization an acceptable recovery plan for his broken foot.