SAN FRANCISCO — Defensive end Maxx Crosby has made it clear he does not intend to continue playing for the Las Vegas Raiders, with a trade expected before the upcoming NFLdraft in April. This development emerged during Super Bowl week when Jay Glazer, a Fox personality and close training partner of Crosby, disclosed Crosby’s frustration with the Raiders’ treatment of him late in the season and his unwillingness to participate in yet another franchise rebuild.
Glazer confirmed his belief that Crosby has played his last game for the Raiders and predicted a trade is imminent. Neither Crosby nor his representatives have responded to requests for comment, and Raiders officials remain unreachable as tensions between the player and organization persist.
Relationship Breakdown Sparks Trade Possibility
The rift began when the Raiders placed Crosby on injured reserve with two games left in the previous season, effectively sidelining him despite his desire to keep playing through a meniscus injury. Crosby’s choice to continue playing reflected his strong commitment, contrasting with the Raiders’ focus on securing the No. 1 draft pick by accepting losses, which they eventually obtained with a 3-14 record.
Glazer emphasized that Crosby’s history of substance abuse recovery influenced his wish to remain active, explaining,
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“For a guy like Maxx, who is an addict, he needs structure, You can’t do that to him. That wasn’t good.”
– Jay Glazer, Fox personality
On the day Crosby was shut down, he told Glazer he was finished with the Raiders. Glazer then reached out to Raiders general manager John Spytek to stress the importance of allowing Crosby to play. Later on a Fox pregame show, Glazer suggested Crosby might have left the team facility after learning he wouldn’t play, signaling that his Raiders tenure could be over.
Interest from Other Teams and Crosby’s Current Stance
Glazer revealed that more than 20 NFL teams inquired about Crosby’s availability and potential trade conditions. His recent comments reinforce the idea that Crosby’s position has not changed. Meanwhile, Crosby shared with the Las Vegas Review-Journal that he has not been in touch with Raiders management regarding the coaching search that led to the anticipated hiring of Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.
“I haven’t talked to them, not in the last couple weeks,”
Crosby said.
“I’ve just been focused on my family, my girls and getting healthy. But, yeah, I haven’t talked to them in a while.”
– Maxx Crosby, Defensive End
Evaluating Crosby’s Trade Value and Team Loyalty
Crosby, soon to be 29 and a proven leader for the Raiders, has battled injuries over recent seasons while frequently playing every defensive snap. Despite his health challenges, Glazer strongly believes Crosby’s trade value remains high, perhaps even exceeding the package involved when the Dallas Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for two first-round picks and defensive tackle Kenny Clark.
Glazer also highlighted the difficult position Crosby finds himself in due to his deep personal connection with Raiders owner Mark Davis. According to Glazer, Crosby and Davis share a close, respectful relationship, as Crosby conveyed:
“He and the owner are very close. It’s a very cool relationship. They legitimately love each other. He went and talked to him about it and said, ‘I promise you I’ll always be a Raider, but, man, I don’t want to go through another rebuild. I’ve done everything I can for this team.’”
– Jay Glazer, Fox personality
Potential Destinations and Future Outlook
During a recent radio row interview, NFL reporter Dianna Russini reported that Crosby expressed interest in playing under New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, suggesting possible destinations beyond the Raiders. The imminent trade could reshape the defensive landscape for Crosby and his next team, while the Raiders prepare to move forward without one of their franchise cornerstones.
As the NFL draft approaches, all eyes will be on the Raiders’ front office and their negotiations to complete a trade that ends Crosby’s notable chapter in Las Vegas and begins a new phase in his career.
