Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby recently shared his thoughts on the challenge of facing Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, calling it a clash of the best against the best. During an interview on ESPN, Crosby expressed his belief that these matchups represent a personal and professional pinnacle, given Mahomes’ status as arguably the top quarterback in the NFL.
Crosby acknowledged the dominance of the Chiefs, who have won the AFC West nine straight years. He emphasized that the Raiders’ path to success begins with overcoming Kansas City, which has been the division’s benchmark for nearly a decade. This long-standing success demands respect, and Crosby was quick to credit their accomplishments, including three Super Bowl victories.
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Despite the mutual respect, Crosby remains confident in his own elite status as a pass rusher. He relishes the opportunity to compete against Mahomes, seeing it as the ultimate test and a “match made in heaven” every time they face off. Crosby’s personal goal is to bring his best against a quarterback he considers the standard in today’s game.
However, while Crosby has recorded six sacks against Mahomes, the Raiders have struggled overall in these matchups. In the six seasons Crosby has played for Las Vegas, the team holds a disappointing 2-10 record against the Chiefs. He understands that to shift the team’s fortunes and truly contend, that trend must change.
