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Maxx Crosby Reconciles With Kirk Cousins and Affirms He Wants to Stay in Las Vegas

An on-field handshake plus Crosby's Sports Illustrated pledge to remain in Las Vegas leave his future unresolved ahead of the November trade deadline.

Overview

  • Raiders stars Maxx Crosby and quarterback Kirk Cousins fought during a training-camp drill, and coach Klint Kubiak disciplined both players by holding them out of the next practice for violating team conduct rules.
  • The pair publicly reconciled at the following practice when video showed a handshake and helmet tap, and Crosby told Sports Illustrated he "never wanted to leave" the Raiders and plans to win in Las Vegas.
  • Crosby is recovering from meniscus surgery and has said his knee "feels great," but the earlier trade to the Baltimore Ravens collapsed after the team raised concerns during Crosby’s physical.
  • Outside interest has not faded: Cowboys owner Jerry Jones acknowledged Dallas remained involved in talks this offseason, and ESPN’s Adam Schefter warned a trade could resurface if the Raiders struggle before the in-season November deadline.
  • Crosby is a five-time Pro Bowler on a multi-year, high-value contract, so any midseason move would hinge on the Raiders’ performance, Crosby’s health and the market value of his pass-rush production.