Maxx Crosby Wants to Stay With the Raiders, and the Numbers Back Him Up

Raiders Beat writer Josh Liles argues that defensive end Maxx Crosby will stay with the Las Vegas Raiders past Tuesday's NFL trade deadline. Despite trade rumors following a 38-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Crosby stated he expects to remain with the team. Liles contends that financial obstacles make a deal unlikely, as any acquiring team would need $15 million in cap space immediately and $29 million guaranteed for 2027.

Liles highlights that Crosby's high on-field workload and 20 quarterback hits show he remains elite despite having only 4.0 sacks through nine games. Additionally, ESPN's Ryan McFadden reported the Raiders are not expected to trade Crosby, and Raiders owner Mark Davis reportedly lacks interest in trading him to San Francisco.