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FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (94) intercepts a pass intended for Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp, righty, during the first half of an NFL football game, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The exuberant 315-pound tackle had a simple explanation for his first career interception, the kind of pivotal play that has become a habit for the Miami Dolphins' defense. “It’s all in the hips,” Wilkins said. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

Stingy, aggressive defense has Dolphins in playoff race

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Miami Dolphins defensive back Chris Lammons, left, hugs head coach Brian Flores, center, after an NFL football game against New York Jets, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Dolphins better, Bills worse since last time they met

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Clemson defensive tackle Christian Wilkins moves into NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after the Miami Dolphins selected Wilkins in the first round at the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn.(AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Dolphins draft Clemson DT Christian Wilkins in 1st round

By STEVEN WINE - Associated Press

Clemson's Dexter Lawrence runs drills during NFL Pro Day, Thursday, March 14, 2019, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro)

Some of Clemson defensive linemen workout for NFL executives

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

File-This Nov. 24, 2018, file photo shows Clemson's Christian Wilkins doing the Heisman pose after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against South Carolina, in Clemson, S.C. Wilkins is here to put a smile on your face, whether you like it or not. For four seasons, Wilkins has been bringing the jokes, zingers and sneaky pinches on the bottom at Clemson. The 300-pound All-America defensive tackle famously celebrated the Tigers’ 2016 national championship with a split and flashed a Heisman pose after a touchdown run this season. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro, File)

Wilkins leaves legacy of laughter and leadership at Clemson

By RALPH D. RUSSO - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2018, file photo, Clemson defensive end Austin Bryant (7) reacts after sacking Texas A&amp;M quarterback Kellen Mond, bottom, during the first half of an NCAA college football game in College Station, Texas. Bryant and the defensive line will lead No. 2 Clemson against Pittsburgh as the Tigers hope to capture a fourth straight Atlantic Coast Conference championship Saturday night. (AP Photo/Sam Craft, File)

Clemson’s dominant defensive line living up to the hype

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

Clemson defensive lineman Christian Wilkins, left, tackles Boston College quarterback Anthony Brown during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Boston. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Boston College QB Brown day to day with abdominal injury

By JIMMY GOLEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 4, 2017, file photo, Clemson's Clelin Ferrell (99) lines up against North Carolina State during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Raleigh, N.C. Ferrell was selected to the AP Preseason All-America team, Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome, File)

Fearsome foursome: Clemson’s D-line set to wreak havoc

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 23, 2017, file photo, Clemson's Christian Wilkins (42) pursues a runner during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Boston College Clemson, S.C. The secret to Clemson retaining its stellar defensive line is not that mysterious, Tigers coach Dabo Swinney says: Expected first-rounders Christian Wilkins, Clelin Ferrell and Austin Bryant did not get the grades they anticipated from the NFL committee evaluating their draft chances. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro, File)

Clemson’s defensive line back and intact for one more year

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

Clemson DT Wilkins returning for senior year

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

Clemson defensive lineman Christian Wilkins (42) stretches during practice for the upcoming Sugar Bowl semi-final playoff game against Alabama for the NCAA football national championship in New Orleans, Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Optics or reality? Southeast US reigns over college football

By BRETT MARTEL - Associated Press

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney speaks during the Atlantic Coast Conference NCAA college football media day in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, July 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

New Faces: Bates, Conn look to blend with Clemson’s staff

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

FILE - In this July 13, 2017, file photo, Clemson's Christian Wilkins waves to the media during the Atlantic Coast Conference NCAA college football media day, in Charlotte, N.C. It's Wilkins time to be the face of Clemson _ a role the 6-foot-4, 310-pound junior is more than ready to to take on. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)

Watching Wilkins: Clemson lineman ready to be face of Tigers

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

Clemson DT Wilkins has rare skills, wears special number 42

By RALPH D. RUSSO - Associated Press

Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson scrambles during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Florida State in Tallahassee, Fla., Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser)

Mighty Morphin’ Wilkins: Clemson DE feeds off Power Rangers

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press

Clemson players watch drills before the start of an NCAA college football game against North Carolina State Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016, in Clemson, S.C. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro)

OT Thriller: No. 3 Clemson survives NC State, 24-17

By PETE IACOBELLI - Associated Press