Just yesterday Las Vegas Raiders fans were briefly caught up in speculation that Maxx Crosby was secretly working on a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles because the star pass rusher posted an eagle and diamond emoji on social media with the caption “Life is Beautiful
Recent reports from NFL insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero even cast uncertainty on his future with the team is “up in the air”, further fueling speculation a potential trade could be considered by the Raiders’ new front office, spearheaded by general manager John Spytek and head coach Pete Carroll, should a suitable offer materialize.
Las Vegas Raiders Lock In Maxx Crosby For Huge 3-Year Deal
But that is all in the past. Raiders are locking in Crosby, and giving him one of the biggest contracts in the league, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
“Las Vegas Raiders are signing Pro Bowl DE Maxx Crosby to a three-year, $106.5 million extension that includes $91.5 guaranteed, making him the highest paid non-quarterback in NFL history, per sources. For the third time in four years, the team is addressing the contract of their cornerstone player, this time cementing his relationship with the Raiders for the foreseeable future,” Schefter wrote on social media.
Crosby has shown his loyalty, and the team is giving him the contract he deserves for his strong play.
It was always clear that Crosby, at 27, was destined for a substantial contract extension. His consistent performance, highlighted by Pro Bowl selections in each of the past four seasons and 59.5 sacks throughout his six-year career, solidified his value. Despite missing five games last season, he still managed to record 7.5 sacks, 20 quarterback hits, 45 tackles (17 for loss), and five passes defensed.
While his 2024 production was slightly below his previous year’s exceptional numbers—14.5 sacks, 31 quarterback hits, and 23 tackles for loss—the missed games undoubtedly contributed to this dip.
Crosby’s new contract, boasting an average annual salary of $35.5 million, now sets the benchmark for all non-quarterback salaries, effectively resetting the edge-rusher market. This development is particularly significant given the impending extensions for other prominent edge rushers, including Trey Hendrickson, Myles Garrett, T.J. Watt, Micah Parsons, and Aidan Hutchinson.