Could Maxx Crosby’s relationship with the Raiders be far from over? It’s a question that’s sparking heated debates among fans and analysts alike. Just when it seemed like Crosby had closed the door on his time in Las Vegas, new head coach Klint Kubiak dropped a bombshell during his introductory press conference on Tuesday. And this is the part most people miss: despite reports of Crosby’s alleged departure, Kubiak revealed that the star player was the first one in the building that very morning, working out and even sharing a cup of coffee with the coach.
‘Maxx was here bright and early,’ Kubiak said with a smile. ‘We had a great conversation about football, and I’m really looking forward to more of those. Seeing him here, ready to work, that really energized me.’ But here’s where it gets controversial: while Kubiak made it clear he wants Crosby to be a cornerstone of the team’s future success, calling him ‘one of the best players in the NFL,’ reports from just last week painted a very different picture.
FOX Sports’ Jay Glazer boldly claimed Crosby’s time with the Raiders was done, suggesting he could fetch an even higher trade value than what the Cowboys received for Micah Parsons. Adding fuel to the fire, SportsBoom.com’s Jason LaCanfora reported that Crosby had personally told Raiders minority owner Tom Brady he was ‘done’ with the organization. Is Kubiak’s optimism misplaced, or is there more to this story than meets the eye?
For now, Crosby’s presence at the facility raises intriguing questions. Was it a one-time appearance, or a sign of a potential reconciliation? As the 2026 offseason unfolds, all eyes will be on Las Vegas to see if Crosby truly has a change of heart—or if this is just another chapter in a saga that’s far from over. What do you think? Is Crosby’s return to the Raiders a real possibility, or is this wishful thinking from Kubiak? Let us know in the comments!
