Last season in Las Vegas, Crosby delivered a strong all-around impact. He earned a 79.7 overall PFF defensive grade (16th among 115 qualified edge defenders), a 77.1 pass-rush grade (20th), and a 78.7 run-defense grade (11th). He logged 53 total pressures, including 10 sacks, 31 hurries, and 12 hits, along with 46 solo tackles and one forced fumble against the run.
Analysts have begun to surface possible destinations, with former NFL executive Mike Tannenbaum suggesting the Cincinnati Bengals should explore a deal. While the initial price tag once floated around two first-round picks may not be realistic, he noted Las Vegas could still yield a Top 10 pick in a trade. From Cincinnati’s perspective, Crosby would address a clear need at pass rush and bring a tone-setting presence to the locker room and on the field, potentially easing the job for quarterback Joe Burrow.
Former Raiders general manager Mike Mayock offered a cautious, forward-looking take on Crosby’s future. He indicated his best guess is that Crosby will remain with the Raiders, stressing the importance of being all-in and ready for any outcome. Mayock believes the offseason moves have positioned Crosby to buy into a hopeful Raiders trajectory and that Crosby is enthusiastic about the team’s infrastructure.
Kirk Cousins, who recently joined the Raiders, spoke candidly about the challenge Crosby presents. In a sit-down interview, Cousins said he’s glad to be on the same side as Crosby after facing him as an opponent. He described Crosby as one of those rare players you must game-plan around, noting that Crosby can “wreck the game” on multiple plays.
As the draft countdown continues, Crosby’s future remains a dynamic storyline for the Raiders and potential suitors. The combination of his on-field production, leadership qualities, and the evolving Raiders roster means Crosby will likely attract continued interest while Las Vegas weighs its long-term plans around a premier edge presence.
