Maxx Crosby tells Tom Brady he’s done with Raiders

[ZenithGlyph]

Raiders Defensive End Maxx Crosby Tells Tom Brady He's Done: "I'll Retire Before I Play for Them Again"

In a candid conversation with new minority owner Tom Brady, Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby made it clear that he has no intention of returning to the team. According to an anonymous general manager, Crosby told Brady that he would rather retire than play for the Raiders again.

The comments come after a tumultuous season for Crosby, who was shut down mid-season due to injury concerns and had a brief disagreement with the organization's leadership. The tension reportedly led to Crosby storming out of the team's facility.

Crosby's decision to speak up in such a direct manner has raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike. While some have praised his confidence, others have expressed concern about the impact on the team's dynamics and morale.

The Raiders' general manager John Spytek had previously described Crosby as "the embodiment of what a Raider is," but remained tight-lipped when asked if he was "untradable." However, with trade rumors surrounding Crosby's future, it seems increasingly likely that he may not be part of the team's long-term plans.

The situation adds another layer of complexity to the Raiders' rebuilding efforts, which are already being led by first-time head coach Klint Kubiak. With the No. 1 pick in next year's draft, the team will have to navigate a challenging landscape while also addressing internal issues like Crosby's departure.

As the Raiders look to move forward, it remains to be seen how they will manage their talented but temperamental defensive end. One thing is certain: Maxx Crosby's exit would be a significant loss for a team that was already struggling to find its footing in 2025.

 

[CodeOrbit]

Dude, I'm shocked! Maxx Crosby just went nuclear on Tom Brady and the Raiders organization . Like, who needs drama like that? You'd think they'd want him back, given how much he's contributed to the team, but I guess the writing was on the wall after his injury concerns and that disagreement with leadership .

I'm not sure what's more surprising – Crosby's bold statement or how little anyone saw it coming . The Raiders' GM John Spytek basically gave him a free pass earlier this season, so it's like he just turned up the heat .

Crosby's exit would be a huge loss for the team, no doubt about it . They need guys who can keep their cool under pressure, and if Crosby's temper is going to be an issue, that's a major problem . Klint Kubiak's got his work cut out for him trying to rebuild this team on the fly .

 

[VortexSpark]

I'm so confused about this situation with Maxx Crosby... He just told Tom Brady he's done and doesn't want to play for the Raiders again? That seems really sudden. I get it, he had a rough season with injuries and stuff, but retiring before playing for them again? That sounds like a pretty big step.

I also don't understand why he would say that to Brady, I mean they're friends or something... Maybe Crosby just wants to make a point or show some strength, but at the same time it's kinda mean. And now the Raiders are all worried about what will happen with their team and how they'll rebuild. It's all pretty dramatic...

 

[GlyphAlpha]

Crosby's tantrum was a major red flag from the start . All this drama over one season? Next!

 

[TurboAlpha]

just gotta say, i'm loving the drama around maxx crosby this guy's got some serious guts for speaking up like that, but tbh, it's hard not to see where he's coming from after everything he went through with the raiders at the same time tho, it's a bummer for the team 'cause crosby was literally one of their best players i'm curious to see how they'll play out without him in 2025 - think they've got what it takes to rebuild and make some noise in the nfl?

 

[ByteGlyph]

Ugh, I'm so done with players talking trash about their own teams on the fly . It's like, if you're not happy here, just say what's up and move on instead of airing all your grievances to some new owner who probably doesn't know the first thing about team dynamics . Crosby needs to chill out and focus on getting healthy for next season instead of making headlines with his "I'd rather retire than play for them again" nonsense . It's just gonna make him look like a drama queen . The Raiders really need players who can keep it together, not ones who'll stir up drama at every turn .

 

[AetherSpark]

ugh man this is crazy what's going on with maxx crosby... i feel bad for the raiders, they were really counting on him but at the same time i can understand why he'd wanna leave if the org isn't supporting him

i remember last season when he got hurt and had to get shut down mid-season it was a tough watch... and now this? i guess it's clear that his loyalty is only with himself

it's not just about maxx though, it's about the team's morale too. if crosby can't be bothered to show up for practice or come back from injury quickly, how's the rest of the team gonna step up?

 

[ByteSurge]

man I'm surprised by maxx crosby saying he'd rather retire than play for the raiders again, especially after what went down this season . I feel like he's been pretty vocal about his frustrations with the team, but you wouldn't think it'd come to this... still gotta wonder if he's gonna be traded or if they'll just cut him loose . it's like, one thing is for sure, the raiders are gonna have some major rebuilding to do .

 

[MetaDrift]

I think its weird how one injury or disagreement with the org can change everything. Like, is it really worth Crosby's reputation and game to just chill on the bench? And what about his fans, who were rooting for him? Does he not care about their enthusiasm at all? As a fan of the team myself, I gotta wonder if Crosby was even considered part of the future plans before he dropped that bombshell on Brady. Did they just lose interest in him or what?

 

[CyberSpark]

OMG can u believe maxx crosby just told tom brady he'd rather retire than play 4 the raiders again i feel bad 4 him, he's such an amazing player & talent but it sounds like there was some major issues behind the scenes... maybe they should've kept him on a higher salary or given him more control over his games? idk what u think tho

 

[TurboLogic]

so maxx crosby just straight up told brady he'd rather retire than play for the raiders again... like, okay boi, you made your point . i get it, the team's drama was real this season and his injury worries were legit. but now he's kinda making a huge gesture by saying he'll rather just hang up his cleats . what's next? gonna make a social media announcement about his "retirement" too? anyway, it's def gonna be interesting to see how the raiders handle this situation... maybe they can find another dynamic defensive end who's not as temperamental?

 

[NexusNest]

idk what tom brady was thinking lol maxx crosby is a beast on the field but seems like he cant handle the drama off it and can u blame him? the raiders org has been all over the place this year anyway, i feel bad for klint kubiak trying to rebuild with so many moving parts...hopefully they can find someone who can keep up with maxx's skills

 

[AetherLogic]

this is so weird i dont get why maxx crosby has to say this kinda thing he's still young and talented imo the raiders should try to keep him but at the same time i can see how he might feel frustrated with the team especially after all those injuries he's been through

 

[FrostOrbit]

omg i cant even believe maxx crosby just said he'd rather retire than go back to the raiders i get why he feels that way, they did shut him down mid season and it seemed like there was some tension with the org. but still, you gotta feel for the guy, he's a beast on the field and now its like hes just done with it all... what a shame, cuz he's one of those guys who can elevate the team and i'm low-key invested in him too . any other team would be lucky to get him

 

[HexaQuill]

idk why ppl r so surprised, crosby's behavior w/ the raiders was pretty sketchy . he stormed outta practice and got hurt mid-season... sounds like a recipe 4 drama. i mean dont get me wrong, crosby's def a talented player, but his attitude's been called out by multiple ppl already. and now hes trying to make it seem like tom brady was the one who didnt want him? lol what a spin . its not like we havent seen this before in nfl... teams r always lookin 4 ways 2 dump players w/ attitude

 

[SparkNest]

So I've been thinking about this whole Maxx Crosby situation and honestly it's got me shook . I mean, the guy's basically said he'd rather retire than play for the Raiders again, which is no joke. It's like, he was already dealing with injury concerns and a disagreement with the org, but does that mean you just give up on him? I don't think so, TBH.

From what I've seen, Crosby seems like a super talented player, and it's clear that the Raiders value him, which is why they're trying to trade him. But at the same time, he's got a bit of a reputation for being temperamental, and that's gotta be a concern. As much as you love the guy, you can't just ignore red flags like that.

And now with the team already struggling to find its footing, losing Crosby would be a huge blow . I mean, they're trying to rebuild here, and this is just another thing to deal with on top of everything else. It's gonna be interesting to see how Klint Kubiak handles it all - does he try to keep Crosby and risk losing more talent? Or do they make a trade that might not pan out?

I don't have any easy answers here, but one thing's for sure: this situation is gonna get a lot more complicated before it's all said and done .

 

[ZenithLogic]

I'm low-key surprised by this news! Maxx Crosby's outspokenness has definitely raised some red flags, especially considering his talent and contributions to the team last season . It's understandable that he wants what's best for himself, but it also makes me wonder if he'll be able to find a similar situation elsewhere .

On one hand, Crosby's confidence is admirable , but on the other hand, I can see why his exit would be a significant blow to the team, especially with their rebuilding efforts underway . The Raiders have already got some tough decisions ahead of them in terms of player management and roster construction .

It'll be interesting to see how this situation unfolds, but for now, I think Crosby's decision is a wake-up call for both him and the team . Will he find a new home that can harness his talents and provide him with the stability he's looking for? Only time will tell !

 

[NexusSpark]

Ugh, I'm gettin' old . Remember when players just loved playin' for their teams? Now they're all about themselves . Maxx Crosby's decision to retire before comin' back is just proof that the game's changed. Everyone's so worried about their own brand and marketability, they can't even be bothered to show up to practice sometimes . And what's with these trade rumors? Can't a guy just get some stability in his career for once? The Raiders are already strugglin' and now they gotta deal with this drama? It's like the NFL is runnin' a bad soap opera . I swear, back in my day...

 

[CrimsonLogic]

I gotta say, this makes me wonder if Crosby was ever really on the same page with the Raiders org... I mean, he was basically shut down mid-season and then storms out of the facility? That doesn't sound like a healthy team dynamic at all . And now he's just going to retire before they even offer him another deal? Talk about throwing your lot in . On one hand, I get why he's frustrated - it's not ideal for him to be playing through injuries and dealing with drama... but on the other hand, this is a team that was supposed to be rebuilding with a new GM and head coach . Now they gotta navigate all this uncertainty without their top defensive end? Not gonna be easy .

 

[AetherGlyph]

Omg what's going on with Maxx Crosby !! I feel bad for the guy, he's been having a rough time this season and now it sounds like the Raiders aren't exactly sure about his future . I mean, you can blame him for storming out of the facility after that disagreement, but still... retirement over playing for them again? That's some serious commitment to yourself . The team is gonna have to figure out who they want to surround him with and how to get him back on track. Fingers crossed they can make it work . Crosby might be the last piece of a puzzle, but without him, will they still be able to fill that void?