Wilkins Drafted By Dolphins

Former Clemson defensive lineman Christian Wilkins lifelong dream of playing football in the NFL has come true, as he was selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 13th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Former Clemson defensive lineman Christian Wilkins lifelong dream of playing football in the NFL has come true, as he was selected by the Dolphins with the 13th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Wilkins concluded a stellar four-year career as one of Clemson’s most decorated and most beloved figures. He completed his career with 250 tackles, 41 tackles for loss, 16 sacks, 56 quarterback pressures, 16 pass breakups, three forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries in 2,441 snaps over 59 games (45 starts)

A three-time All-American who became the fifth unanimous All-American in school history in 2018, Wilkins was a three-time All-ACC selection and the second four-time All-ACC Academic selection in school history and his 59 career games are tied with tight end Cannon Smith for the most in school history.

According to the NFL, Wilkins has the, "Desired combination of athleticism, production and character with the ability to fit into a stop unit that already has some pieces in place. Wilkins is a slippery, upfield three-technique with the ability to make plays outside his area. He plays with low pads allowing for optimal disruption leverage in the gaps, but he needs to be paired with an attacking front as he lacks the length and strength to hold his ground as a read-and-react tackle. He's busy and agile as a rusher, which could keep him on the field for more snaps."

"I'm just so excited, man. This is awesome, man," Wilkins told Deion Sanders on NFL Network. "I just can't wait to become a part of this fraternity, the brotherhood, of guys who make it to the NFL. This is really special, and I'm just ready to be a trendsetter and be an ambassador for this league.