Maxx Crosby is staying with the Las Vegas Raiders. Again. After a wild NFL trade deadline, it’s clear the Raiders have absolutely no plans to move their star pass-rusher, no matter how many other teams come calling, and no matter what other moves the team makes.
Teams Called, Raiders Said “No Deal!”
Listen, the buzz around Crosby was real leading up to Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET trade deadline. NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported that teams were hitting up the Raiders, asking about Crosby’s availability. And every single time, the answer was a flat-out “no.” They made it crystal clear: Crosby wasn’t going anywhere. This wasn’t some last-minute decision, either. Even after the Raiders pulled the trigger on a deal to send quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings for a 2027 third-round pick, Schultz noted that the move didn’t change their mind about keeping Crosby locked down. The message is simple, and it’s loud.
From Almost a Raven to Rebuilding Anchor
It’s wild to think how close Crosby was to being elsewhere not so long ago. This past offseason, Las Vegas actually *agreed* to trade the five-time Pro Bowler to the Baltimore Ravens. Can you believe it? But then, the AFC North team backed out, nullifying the whole thing. So Crosby stayed put, and now he’s staying put again, for good this time. He’s under contract through the 2029 campaign, which means he’s a long-term piece, even if the Raiders are in a bit of a “rebuilding mode.” They’re sitting at 4-5 right now, and the club’s clearly looking ahead to the future with No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza set to take over at quarterback. But hey, a playoff run isn’t completely out of the question. They’re only one game behind the New England Patriots for the No. 7 seed in the AFC standings.
Crosby’s Impact: The Whole League Knows
Keeping Maxx Crosby isn’t just about holding onto a good player, it’s about holding onto one of the best pass-rushers in the entire league. That kind of talent doesn’t just grow on trees. Other teams are well aware of his skill set, which is exactly why they were making those calls. If Fernando Mendoza can exceed expectations and spark this team, having Crosby on the field will absolutely bolster their chances to make a run down the stretch. He’s the kind of guy who can change a game, and the Raiders are betting on that. Now, it’s up to Mendoza and the rest of the squad to prove they can turn those hopes into reality.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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