Christian Wilkins, the former Miami Dolphins defensive tackle, has been vocal in his praise for his former teammate Tua Tagovailoa. Wilkins, who recently signed a lucrative deal with the Las Vegas Raiders, witnessed Tagovailoa’s growth firsthand during their time together in Miami.
Wilkins, known for his celebratory dance moves and stellar performances at Clemson, saw a similar trajectory in Tagovailoa’s development as an NFL quarterback. Despite initial doubts about Tagovailoa, he silenced critics by delivering a career-best season in 2023, throwing for 4,624 yards, 29 touchdowns, and earning his first Pro Bowl selection.
While some may attribute Tagovailoa’s success to the offensive scheme, Wilkins emphasizes the hard work and dedication the young quarterback put in during the offseason. Tagovailoa’s ability to lead the Dolphins’ explosive offense to a second consecutive playoff appearance speaks volumes about his talent and determination.
Wilkins, now a supporter of Tagovailoa, is quick to defend him against any naysayers. He credits Tagovailoa’s growth as a player and leader and acknowledges the significant strides he has made since entering the league.
