Glazer: Maxx Crosby is Moving on from the Raiders - NBC Sports
In an eye-opening revelation during last year’s Super Bowl week, Myles Garrett expressed his desire to leave the Cleveland Browns. Fast forward to this year’s Super Bowl week, and we find ourselves hearing similar sentiments from another prominent defensive star who is looking for a fresh start.
Jay Glazer of Fox Sports made a significant statement on Yahoo! Sports Daily, declaring that Maxx Crosby’s tenure with the Las Vegas Raiders has come to an end (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Jujsbbg0Q8).
When questioned about Crosby’s future with the Raiders, Glazer confidently stated, "I do," believing that Crosby is determined not to endure yet another period of rebuilding. He has openly expressed this sentiment to Raiders owner Mark Davis, signaling a clear desire for change.
This development isn’t entirely unexpected. Crosby was understandably frustrated when the Raiders placed him on injured reserve with just two games remaining in the regular season. The following week, Glazer reported, drawing from discussions with the Raiders organization, that Crosby was "not happy" (https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/glazer-maxx-crosby-is-not-happy).
The tipping point for Crosby appears to be the team’s decision to sideline him prematurely. Known for his competitive spirit, Crosby thrives on the field, and the Raiders’ choice to bench him seems aimed at positioning the team for the top pick in the upcoming 2026 draft, effectively stripping him of the chance to play when he wanted to.
Looking ahead, Glazer predicts that Crosby could command a higher return in trades than the Dallas Cowboys received for Micah Parsons—a bold claim that highlights Crosby’s value in the league.
Currently, Crosby is under contract until 2029, with an average annual salary of $29 million. If he were to be traded, the Raiders would only incur a minor dead-cap hit of $5.1 million.
Should Crosby find himself with a new team, it’s likely he will seek a new contract as well, marking a significant shift in his career.
