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Maxx Crosby Returns as Raiders Edge Tests Miami Line

9/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Las Vegas Raiders will rely on Maxx Crosby against Miami.
Crosby rejoined after a Ravens trade collapsed due to a meniscus tear.
He recorded 10 sacks, 53 pressures and a 79.7 PFF grade.
Miami left tackle Patrick Paul called Crosby a “hothead” and vowed to disrupt him.
Analysts view the Raiders’ edge rush as Miami’s biggest rebuilding-line challenge.

History

Historical Context

The NFL and NFLPA settled antitrust lawsuits in early 1993, creating unrestricted free agency on March 1, 1993. Reggie White then signed a four-year, $17 million contract with Green Bay, showing how players could now move freely. Maxx Crosby’s blocked trade to the Raiders and his later signing, plus Miami’s search for a pass-rusher, echo that era’s fluid market.

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Story summary

The Las Vegas Raiders will rely on Maxx Crosby against Miami.
Crosby rejoined after a Ravens trade collapsed due to a meniscus tear.
He recorded 10 sacks, 53 pressures and a 79.7 PFF grade.
Miami left tackle Patrick Paul called Crosby a “hothead” and vowed to disrupt him.
Analysts view the Raiders’ edge rush as Miami’s biggest rebuilding-line challenge.

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