Von Miller Weighs In on Maxx Crosby Trade Buzz - And He’s Not Buying It
The Maxx Crosby trade chatter isn’t going away anytime soon - not with the Las Vegas Raiders in the middle of a franchise reset and one of the league’s premier edge rushers potentially on the block. But if you ask Von Miller, don’t count on Crosby packing his bags just yet.
In a recent interview, the future Hall of Famer didn’t exactly give a definitive “no” to the rumors, but his tone said plenty. When asked about the possibility of Crosby being dealt, Miller responded with a confident shrug:
“I don’t know about him being traded.”
That might not sound like a bombshell, but coming from someone who’s been through the process - and who knows Crosby personally - it carries weight.
Miller’s Take Comes From Experience
Let’s not forget, Miller’s no stranger to blockbuster trades. Back in 2021, the Denver Broncos sent him to the Los Angeles Rams in a move that helped vault L.A. to a Super Bowl title. He understands the business side of the NFL as well as anyone, especially when it comes to elite pass rushers changing zip codes.
But this one feels different to him. And there’s more than just football behind his perspective.
“He’s one of my favorite players on and off the football field,” Miller said. “I’m biased because he’s one of my guys. We got a special relationship.”
That kind of bond doesn’t change the Raiders’ front office calculus, but it does offer insight into how Crosby is viewed by his peers - not just as a relentless force on Sundays, but as a leader and culture-setter in the locker room.
Raiders Face a Massive Decision
Still, there’s a reason this story has legs. The Raiders are clearly in rebuild mode, and Crosby is one of the few elite assets they have. If a team comes calling with a blockbuster offer - and we’re talking serious capital here - Vegas will have a tough decision to make.
Reports have suggested that the Raiders could command even more in return for Crosby than the Cowboys would’ve gotten for Micah Parsons last summer. That’s a staggering bar. We’re talking about a potential haul in the range of three first-round picks for the 28-year-old defensive star.
If that kind of offer lands on the table, the Raiders’ front office will be staring at a franchise-altering choice. Do you hang onto your cornerstone pass rusher and build around him? Or do you cash in and try to reshape the roster with a mountain of draft capital?
The Ghost of Khalil Mack Looms
This situation carries echoes of a not-so-distant past. Raiders fans remember the Khalil Mack trade all too well.
Back in 2018, Vegas sent Mack to the Chicago Bears in exchange for two first-round picks. The move was bold, controversial - and ultimately, not the spark of a turnaround many hoped it would be.
Eight years later, the Raiders are still trying to find their footing.
That’s the cautionary tale hanging over any potential Crosby deal. Yes, the return could be massive. But the pressure to hit on those picks - to finally turn assets into sustained success - would be enormous.
And this time, the stakes might be even higher. Crosby isn’t just a star on the field.
He’s the heart of the Raiders’ defense, a player who sets the tone with his motor, leadership, and relentless drive. Trading him wouldn’t just be about talent - it would be about identity.
What’s Next?
For now, it’s all speculation. But Von Miller’s comments add an interesting wrinkle.
He’s not inside the Raiders’ war room, but he’s been around long enough to read the league’s tea leaves. And his gut tells him Crosby isn’t going anywhere - at least not yet.
Still, until the trade deadline passes or the Raiders make a definitive statement, expect the rumors to keep swirling. Because when a player of Maxx Crosby’s caliber is even mentioned in trade talks, the NFL world pays attention.
And with Vegas in transition, anything’s possible.