Former Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Terron Armstead is not staying silent when it comes to the saga surrounding his ex-teammate Christian Wilkins. Following Wilkins’ release from the Las Vegas Raiders just months after signing a four-year, $110 million deal, details are starting to emerge, from injury drama to a bizarre off-field incident. But Armstead, who shared the field and locker room with Wilkins in Miami, isn’t buying any of it.
Terron Armstead Defends Christian Wilkins, Calls BS
On his podcast, Armstead didn’t hold back in defending Wilkins’ character and work ethic, slamming the narrative that the star defensive tackle was lazy or unprofessional.
“I call bull**** on that right out the gate,” Armstead said regarding reports that questioned Wilkins’ commitment following the 2024 foot injury. “If you want to label somebody lazy, that they don’t care, they’re not working hard, they’re not doing what they’re supposed to do — being a professional — Christian would be the last person you could throw that label on.”
Wilkins suffered a Jones fracture during the 2024 season, which required extended rehab and reportedly led to setbacks in his recovery. According to The Athletic, the Raiders wanted him to undergo surgery, but Wilkins declined. That decision, along with missed time in recovery, led to whispers that Wilkins wasn’t meeting expectations. But Armstead strongly pushed back against that narrative.
“The dude is obsessed with football,” Armstead added. “He loves it, he loves the game, he loves the sport, he loves the thought of it. So, being a professional, he attacks every day with 100% intention. So, no, him being unprofessional, him being lazy, no question, that’s not happening.”
Dismisses “Kiss” Rumor: “Doesn’t Make Sense”
Beyond the injury storyline, a more unusual claim came from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who reported that Wilkins had given a teammate a “playful” kiss on the head, which reportedly offended the player and led to an HR report. That rumor also played into theories about why the Raiders parted ways with the star defender.
Armstead wasn’t buying that either.
“Again, I’m calling bull****,” he said. “I don’t have the facts…But I don’t see that being a reason to release a player that was probably the No. 1-rated free agent last year…This don’t add up.”
Armstead was pleading for more clarity on the situation. “If you have the insight, speak the facts.”
Raiders head coach Pete Carroll was vague when addressing the decision to cut ties with Wilkins, saying, “There was no clear path to his return, and so we just had to move on.” Still, the team’s lack of transparency has only fueled speculation.
With Wilkins still unsigned, the debate over what truly happened in Las Vegas continues to grow. But if you ask someone who’s shared a locker room with him, like Armstead, the answer is clear: the rumors don’t add up, and Wilkins deserves better.
