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Maxx Crosby Defies NFL, Wears Pink Cleats for Daughter

12/17/2025

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Maxx Crosby, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end, wore pink cleats to honor his daughter Ella during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, defying a National Football League (NFL) order to change his shoes.
Crosby said he would accept fines.
The incident highlighted NFL policies limiting colors and designs.
Alvin Kamara and Jalen Hurts have faced fines for violations, drawing attention to calls to change the league's approach to player expression.

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Story summary

Maxx Crosby, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end, wore pink cleats to honor his daughter Ella during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, defying a National Football League (NFL) order to change his shoes.
Crosby said he would accept fines.
The incident highlighted NFL policies limiting colors and designs.
Alvin Kamara and Jalen Hurts have faced fines for violations, drawing attention to calls to change the league's approach to player expression.