The Miami Dolphins aren't expected to use the franchise tag on star defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, Daniel Valene of theScore reports.  This according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN who cites sources.

Miami is keeping its options open, but the club is bracing for Wilkins to become a free agent, Fowler reports.

If Wilkins enters free agency, he would be among one of the top available players at his position.

The 28-year-old recorded a career-high nine sacks and 23 quarterback hits last season.

Miami drafted Wilkins in the first round in 2019.

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