Maxx Crosby would make this team’s defense practically unstoppable.

Las Vegas Raiders superstar defensive end has reportedly revealed which NFL team he wants to play for next.

On Wednesday, news broke that the Raiders and Maxx Crosby will likely split in the offseason. Crosby left the Raiders’ facility ahead of their Week 17 game against the New York Giants when the coaching staff told him he’d be shut down for the final two games.

Obviously, any team with the cap space and trade assets would love to add Crosby to their team. But according to a top NFL insider, Crosby has already expressed his desire to join the AFC champions.

During an appearance on 98.5 The Sports Hub’s “Zolak & Bertrand” program, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported that Crosby wants to play for Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots.

“Maxx Crosby doesn’t seem too happy in Las Vegas,” Russini said. “I know he wants to play for Mike Vrabel. He’s told me before.”

Earlier today, Fox Sports NFL insider Jay Glazer reported that the Raiders and Crosby are headed for a divorce.


Crosby signed a three-year extension worth $106.5 million last offseason. The deal keeps him under contract through 2029, so whichever team lands Crosby in a trade will have him under control for four years.

Raiders Failed To Build Around Maxx Crosby

Maxx Crosby (Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images)
Crosby has been one of the NFL’s premier defensive players since his 2019 rookie year. The 28-year-old has racked up 69.5 sacks and 11 forced fumbles, earning five Pro Bowl selections along the way.

But Las Vegas could never build a contending team around Crosby. They only made the postseason once (in 2021), and have lost nine-plus games in four consecutive years.

The Raiders have recycled through coaches, executives and quarterbacks. The decision to move on from interim head coach Rich Bisaccia, who led them to the playoffs in 2021, remains one of the worst in franchise history.

With another one of Crosby’s prime years wasted, it’s no wonder he’s ready to move on.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.


From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.