The arbitrator deciding in favor of the Raiders would produce a $14.1 million cap credit that would help offset the $29.775 million in 2026 dead money. Wilkins winning his grievance would result in $21.15 million of additional salary cap charges for the Raiders in 2026.

The Las Vegas Raiders recently released defensive tackle Christian Wilkins and are attempting to void the remainder of the guaranteed money ($35.2 million) on his contract due to his alleged treatment on the rehab from a foot injury,