Maxx Crosby is ready to leave Las Vegas. The sooner the Raiders accept that, the better Since joining the Raiders in 2019, Crosby has contributed to just one winning season and one playoff appearance. His departure appears imminent, with trade discussions likely to unfold in the coming weeks. The situation highlights a growing disconnect between the player and the franchise, which has struggled to create a competitive culture despite its high draft picks. Crosby’s rise from a fourth-round draft pick to one of the league’s premier edge rushers has been marked by intense preparation and a willingness to push boundaries. During his early days in Oakland, he frequently disrupted coach Jon Gruden’s offensive plays by charging off the edge and intercepting passes, often coming dangerously close to the quarterback. Gruden once threatened to cut him if he continued, but Crosby’s relentless drive eventually earned him a place among the league’s elite. In Las Vegas, Crosby’s intensity continued to challenge the coaching staff. Despite being one of the team’s most driven players, he often defied practice rules by making contact with quarterbacks in red jerseys, a move that went largely unpunished. Witnesses described his attitude as defiant, with one noting, “His attitude was, ‘If you don’t want me to do it, then block me.’ And nobody was in position to challenge that.” The Raiders’ struggles under multiple coaches have further strained the relationship. Since Crosby’s arrival, the team has had five head coaches, including interim replacements like Rich Bisaccia. The franchise’s inability to sustain success has left Crosby frustrated, particularly after last December’s decision to shut him down for the final two games of the season.#maxx_crosby #raiders #tom_brady #jon_gruden #rich_bisaccia
