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Maxx Crosby news

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The gist

Maxx Crosby ranked No. 24 on 2026 NFL Top 100 list. His training camp clash with Kirk Cousins fuels trade rumors.

Background

Maxx Crosby is a Pro Bowl edge rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders. He has been a consistent top performer, earning his fifth consecutive appearance on the NFL Top 100 list. Recently, he was involved in a heated incident with quarterback Kirk Cousins during training camp, which led to both being held out of practice. This incident, combined with the Cowboys' interest in adding pass rushers, has sparked trade speculation.

How it unfolded

  1. Aug 7, 2026Crosby and Cousins got into a heated argument during Raiders practice, with Crosby hitting Cousins twice. Both were held out of the following day's practice.
  2. Aug 13, 2026Crosby was ranked No. 24 on the 2026 NFL Top 100 list, his fifth consecutive appearance and fourth straight year in the top 25.
  3. Aug 17, 2026Crosby's joke about Kirk Cousins received mixed reviews, keeping the tension between them in the spotlight.
  4. Aug 18, 2026Fresh rumors emerged linking Crosby to the Dallas Cowboys, but fans remain unconvinced.
  5. Aug 19, 2026Cousins explained the incident, saying he told Crosby, 'You can touch me anywhere you want, just don't touch my arm.' During a joint practice with the Texans, Cousins again expressed frustration about defenders hitting his arm.

Who’s saying what

Official
Raiders defensive line coach Travis Smith praised Crosby's routine and discipline, saying 'The people around him are so fortunate... to watch the routine and the discipline he approaches every day with.'
Analysts
Cowboys insider Bobby Belt noted that Von Miller's signing would not necessarily prevent Dallas from pursuing Crosby if they made a serious push.
Public
Some fans, like TheRaiderRoom, pushed back at Cowboys fans predicting a Crosby trade, saying 'Maybe this'll shut the Cowboys fans up that think they're getting Raiders' Maxx Crosby.'

Still unverified

Trade rumors linking Maxx Crosby to the Dallas Cowboys are speculative and have not been confirmed by any official sources.

Sources

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