New England players know well the threat that Wilkins poses after five seasons with the AFC East rival Dolphins. Wilkins has 20.5 sacks and 355 tackles plus an interception in his career.

In a move that could fortify an already strong run defense, the New England Patriots could be pairing Christian Barmore with Miami Dolphins' free agent Christian Wilkins in the interior line.

Amid Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins’ uncertain future, an AFC East rival could snatch him in free agency. ESPN’s Matt Bowen suggested the New England Patriots as the “best ...

Two of those listed are best-suited in New England from that lens, including fifth-ranked division rival Christian Wilkins, currently stationed with Miami.

Miami Dolphins defensive end Christian Wilkins forces a New England Patriots field goal with a third down sack on quarterback Mac Jones. Watch the highlights from Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas ...

FOXBOROUGH — Sunday’s game between the New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins marked the fourth time Christian Wilkins has played in his home state since his rookie year in 2019.

Patriots Everything Springfield native Christian Wilkins said after Dolphins’ loss vs. Patriots Updated: Jan. 01, 2023, 5:40 p.m. | Published: Jan. 01, 2023, 5:35 p.m.

Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins wins inside for a sack on New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones.

The respect is mutual, as Patriots head coach Bill Belichick called Wilkins an “outstanding player” and “ one of the real success stories of New England football ” leading into Week 17.

Patriots Springfield’s Christian Wilkins looking forward to MA return vs. Patriots: ‘Feels like home’ Published: Dec. 30, 2022, 6:15 a.m.

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