Maxx Crosby delivered an emotional farewell to the Las Vegas Raiders after the star pass rusherwas traded to the Baltimore Ravens, ending a seven-year run with the franchise. In a heartfelt video message to fans, Crosby admitted he felt responsible for the team’s struggles and said he believed he had let everyone down.
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Dec 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) in the tunnel against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowl defensive end, posted a nearly 13-minute farewell video thanking Raider Nation and reflecting on his time with the team that drafted him in 2019. The message came shortly after the Raiders agreed to trade him to Baltimore in a blockbuster deal reportedly involving multiple first-round draft picks.
In his emotional message, Crosby spoke directly to fans about his disappointment at not bringing more success to the franchise. “I’ve given my heart and soul, and I feel like I let y’all down,” hesaid, explaining that since his first day with the team, he had wanted to build a winning culture in Las Vegas.
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The defensive star also emphasized how much the Raiders organization meant to him. Crosby said he was grateful for the opportunity he received when former coach Jon Gruden selected him in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. He added that playing for the Raiders had always been a dream and described the franchise as a major part of his life and career.
Despite the emotional goodbye, Crosby made it clear that his bond with the franchise and its supporters will never disappear. “I’m a Raider for life,” he said in the video, noting that he hopes to retire with the organization someday, even after continuing his career elsewhere.
Crosby’s tenure with the Raiders included several standout seasons and individual honors. The defensive end earned multiple Pro Bowl selections and became one of the most respected defenders in the league during his time in Las Vegas. Still, team success remained limited, with the Raiders reaching the playoffs only once during Crosby’s career.
Maxx Crosby heads to Baltimore for a fresh shot at a Super Bowl ring
The trade to Baltimore now gives Crosby a chance to pursue the championship he has long chased. In his farewell message, he told fans that his next goal is to help the Ravens compete for a Super Bowl while continuing to play with the same intensity that defined his Raiders career.
For Raiders fans, Crosby’s departure marks the end of an era. Known for his relentless effort, leadership and connection with supporters, he became one of the most recognizable faces of the franchise over the past decade.
Although the star defender will now wear different colors, Crosby said his connection to the Raiders will remain permanent. As he closed his message, he thanked Raider Nation for seven unforgettable seasons and promised he would always carry the pride of the silver and black with him wherever his career takes him next.