Maxx Crosby is once again at the center of Las Vegas Raiders chatter, and this time it is not about a sack total. The Raiders’ defensive cornerstone is coming off another double digit season with 10 sacks in 15 games, reinforcing his place among the NFL’s elite edge rushers. Yet as Las Vegas searches for direction, questions about his long term future refuse to fade. Trade rumors have grown louder, fueled by the franchise’s uncertain timeline and Crosby’s rare prime years ticking forward. Amidst all these, his wife Rachel is trending.For a player who has recorded double digit sacks in three of the last four seasons, and four times in seven NFL campaigns, the frustration is understandable. Crosby has appeared in just one playoff game. Opposing offenses build entire protection schemes around him. He still finds a way to produce. But elite competitors want more than individual accolades. They want January football.
Maxx Crosby addresses Raiders future as trade rumors swirl
The speculation reached Crosby directly on the February 24 episode of his podcast, The Rush with Maxx Crosby. Fitness influencer Sara Saffari put the question plainly: “Maxx, I’ve been seeing things on the internet. So, are you a Raider for life, or what’s happening?”Crosby did not take the bait.“Oh, god,” he said. “She’s trying to go viral! She’s trying to get my a**. She’s trying to go viral!”He smiled through it, but the topic clearly lingers. Crosby followed with, “I’ve talked about this too much. I’mma just leave it at that. Life is good, I’m blessed, I’m happy. Sara Saffari is on my podcast. Life is good.”That answer leaves room for interpretation. It was not a declaration of loyalty. It was not a goodbye either. What Crosby did confirm was that he has met new head coach Klint Kubiak, saying he “Seems like a great guy. Absolutely.” For now, that is as close as anyone will get to clarity.If the Raiders ever decide to move him, it would not just be a football decision. Crosby’s life is rooted in Las Vegas with his wife, Rachel Crosby, formerly Rachel Washburn, and their daughter Ella Rose.The couple’s story began at Eastern Michigan University in 2016. He played football. She played soccer. They have been together ever since, welcoming Ella Rose on October 13, 2022. Rachel stood by Crosby during his 2020 rehab journey, a period he has openly discussed as life changing.Her public support has never wavered. “Couldn’t be more proud of everything you’ve accomplished this season. You absolutely killed it! All your hard work really paid off. I’m beyond excited for your future. I love you Maxx ♥️,” Rachel wrote on Instagram.That future once looked firmly tied to Las Vegas. Crosby was voted the 10th best player in the NFL by his peers entering the 2024 season. Respect across the league is not the issue. Direction is.For now, Crosby says life is good. The Raiders, however, still face the bigger question. Can they build a contender fast enough to keep their best player from ever truly wondering what comes next?
