Crosby, 28, confirmed his return to the Raiders on social media, declaring he’s “a Raider” and urging people to “run that s—.” The post signaled confidence in his ongoing recovery from January knee surgery and his readiness for the upcoming offseason program.
The trade fallout drew reactions from Crosby’s camp, with his agent emphasizing that Crosby remains on track in his rehabilitation, potentially ahead of schedule according to the surgeon. Crosby’s wife also weighed in publicly on the situation, underscoring the personal dimension of the trade talks.
Despite the halted trade, the Raiders benefited from a swift roster pivot, as Baltimore redirected its offseason plan by signing former Bengals star Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million contract with $60 million guaranteed.
Last season, Crosby produced 73 tackles, 10 sacks and two forced fumbles over 15 games, earning his fifth Pro Bowl berth. His production stands out given the team’s overall performance, highlighting Crosby’s value as a defensive leader and playmaker.
As Crosby remains under contract with Las Vegas, all eyes will be on his health status and how quickly he returns to full participation in the Raiders’ program, with expectations for him to resume his dominant role on defense.
