Christian Wilkins’ NFL free agency just got even messier—and the full story may be far more complicated than anyone originally believed. The former Clemson Tiger and 2018 national champion was officially released by the Las Vegas Raiders on July 24,

The Raiders' abrupt release of Christian Wilkins last week wasn't only about his lingering foot injury, it seems.

Appearing Monday on Pat McAfee's show, ESPN's Adam Schefter said that Wilkins " playfully went to kiss a teammate on top of his head ," and that the player took offense to it. Schefter added that this is the story that has been the subject of speculation and "dancing around."