Free agent outside linebacker Philip Wheeler visits Raiders

ALAMEDA, Calif. - Unrestricted free agent Philip Wheeler is visiting the Oakland Raiders to possibly fill their void at starting outside linebacker.

Wheeler will meet with the Raiders on Thursday. He has already visited the Miami Dolphins and said on Twitter that he has a tough career choice to make.

Wheeler played 13 games for Indianapolis last season, making 80 tackles and recording one sack. He played four seasons overall with the Colts with 182 tackles and two sacks.

The Raiders are seeking a starter at strongside linebacker to replace the released Kamerion Wimbley. Wheeler is not the pass rusher that Wimbley is but is considered to be a strong run defender.