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Ranking AFC West defensive tackles: Christian Wilkins challenges Chris Jones for the throne

We’ve worked through all of the offensive positions in the Silver and Black Pride AFC West position rankings heading into the 2024 season/training camp, so it’s time to switch sides of the ball and focus on defense. Seeing as Christian Wilkins was one of the biggest additions to the Las Vegas Raiders roster this offseason, let’s start with the defensive tackles.

1. Chris Jones

There’s a reason why the Kansas City Chiefs gave Jones a five-year, nearly $160 million contract this offseason as he’s the best defensive tackle in the NFL, especially now that Aaron Donald is retired, let alone in the division.