The Raiders could put a championship contending team around Maxx Crosby if they trade for Micah Parsons, and Christian Wilkins is making that hard.

HENDERSON, Nev. — Christian Wilkins’ expected impact on the Raiders’ defensive line was in question long before he was shockingly released last week , which if nothing else provided clarity on what kind of front Las Vegas can take into the season.

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.