In a stunning turn of events during Super Bowl week last year, Myles Garrett expressed his desire to leave the Cleveland Browns. Fast forward to this year's Super Bowl week, and it appears another prominent defensive player is also looking for a fresh start. Renowned sports journalist Jay Glazer from Fox recently shared on Yahoo! Sports Daily that Maxx Crosby's tenure with the Las Vegas Raiders is effectively over.
When questioned about Crosby’s future with the Raiders, Glazer confidently stated, "I do." He elaborated that Crosby is unwilling to endure yet another franchise rebuilding phase and has made his feelings clear to owner Mark Davis.
This development isn't particularly surprising, especially considering Crosby's frustration when the Raiders placed him on injured reserve just two games before the end of the regular season. The following Sunday, Glazer reported, based on insights from Raiders sources, that Crosby was "not happy" about the situation.
The tipping point for Crosby seems to have been the decision to sideline him prematurely. Known for his fierce dedication to play through any challenge, Crosby felt robbed of his opportunity when the team opted to keep him off the field—potentially as part of a strategy to secure the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Glazer anticipates that Crosby could command a higher return in trade negotiations than what the Dallas Cowboys received for Micah Parsons. Currently, Crosby is under contract until 2029, with an average annual salary of $29 million. Should he be traded, the Raiders would face only $5.1 million in dead-cap penalties.
Upon joining a new team, Crosby might also seek a new contract, highlighting the complexities of player negotiations in the NFL. This situation opens up an interesting discussion: What does it mean for a player like Crosby to be caught in the middle of team politics? Do you think teams should prioritize player satisfaction and health over draft strategies? Share your thoughts!
