Reports from several ESPN sources, including tweets from journalists such as JFowlerESPN, Joe Schad (schadjoe), and Adam Schefter, indicate that the Miami Dolphins are unlikely to apply the franchise tag to defensive tackle Christian Wilkins. This development has led to speculation that Wilkins could become a true unrestricted free agent. While the Dolphins have stated that they are still considering their options, league sources and other teams are preparing for the possibility of Wilkins hitting the free agency market. The situation is being closely watched, with particular attention to Houston as a potential destination for Wilkins, as noted by rotoworld_fb.
Schefter: Signs point to no tag for Wilkins. Dolphins say mulling options. https://t.co/eqbohvbS2j
Dolphins unlikely to tag Christian Wilkins https://t.co/hPkxKy2E2p
Fowler: Christian Wilkins probably won't be franchise-tagged. He says watch Houston. https://t.co/kBzeaTy7Ur
All signs continue to point to Dolphins DT Christian Wilkins not being tagged, and being allowed to become a true unrestricted free agent. Dolphins say they’re still mulling options, others expect Wilkins to hit free agency. https://t.co/B0SwERUOuI
Development out of Indy: Several league sources expect #Dolphins’ Christian Wilkins to avoid franchise tag. Miami source says keeping options open, but teams bracing for star DT to hit free agency. That and much, much more from @DanGrazianoESPN and me https://t.co/DUUbVAlj5b https://t.co/JNbQQifJoa
Christian Wilkins tag on table. They were close on deal last offseason per Chris Grier. #MiamiDolphins