In the midst of swirling trade rumors, new Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak has made it clear: he wants defensive end Maxx Crosby to remain in Las Vegas. Despite chatter suggesting Crosby might be seeking a way out, Kubiak is optimistic about keeping him on the roster for the 2026 season.
Kubiak, who recently took the helm, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “It’s a guy that we really want on our team, simple as that. We want Maxx to be a Raider and the few interactions I’ve had with him have been very positive. Really excited about working with Maxx this year.”
While Kubiak’s tenure with the Raiders has just begun, and his conversations with Crosby have been limited, the coach’s stance is understandable. Crosby is a standout player, and any new coach would naturally want to retain such talent. However, the complexities of NFL team-building mean that trading a star player for draft picks could be tempting, especially for a team in rebuild mode.
The situation presents a classic conundrum: the desire to keep a top-tier player versus the potential benefits of a trade. As things stand, Kubiak is firmly in Crosby’s corner, hoping to see him anchor the Raiders’ defense in the upcoming season.