Maxx Crosby Fined $23,882 After Raiders’ 45-17 Blowout Loss to Patriots

During the Raiders’ Week 5 matchup at Gillette Stadium, defensive end Maxx Crosby was penalized for “unnecessary roughness” after he used his helmet to strike Patriots defensive tackle Cory Durden in the opening quarter. The league’s Week 5 accountability report recorded a 15-yard personal-foul penalty and imposed a $23,882 fine—the largest individual fine issued that week. The Raiders fell 45-17, finishing the game with 536 total yards of offense and only one sack recorded.

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The Las Vegas Raiders entered the game with a 3-2 record after winning their first three contests. The loss followed a narrow defeat to division rival Kansas City Chiefs the previous week. Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowler in his eighth season, had logged nine total tackles (three solo) and two sacks entering the game. The Patriots, led by quarterback Drake Maye, posted 374 passing yards, four passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown, limiting the Raiders’ pass rush to a single sack.

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• Fine: $23,882 for first-offense helmet use (NFL fine schedule).

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• Penalty: 15-yard unnecessary-roughness penalty at 11:23 of the first quarter.

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• Game Score: Patriots 45, Raiders 17.

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• Patriots Offense: 536 total yards, 26-34 completions, four passing TDs.

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• Raiders Defense vs. Crosby: 0 sacks, 1 assisted tackle.

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Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel praised his offensive line for containing Crosby, noting that the unit’s protection plan gave Maye ample time to operate. Raiders head coach Joe Brady highlighted Crosby’s relentless motor and said the team expects him to be a key factor against upcoming opponents. The NFL confirmed that players receive an explanation of the infraction and may appeal the fine, though no appeal has been reported.

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• “I’m just proud of our offensive line,” — Mike Vrabel, patriots head coach

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• “Literally relentless. You just keep watching the tape trying to figure out when the heck he comes off the field,” — Joe Brady, head coach

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• “That’s one person I like to watch just to see his energy around the ball,” — Bills' Bradley Chubb

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• “What makes him so good is his motor,” — Josh Allen

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After the loss, Crosby appeared on *The Rush Podcast* and acknowledged the defeat without making excuses. Crosby’s comments reflect the Raiders’ internal frustration and the disciplinary setback from the fine.

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The Raiders will look to rebound in their next game, facing the Buffalo Bills on the following Sunday. The fine adds a financial penalty to the team’s broader challenges as they seek to halt a two-game losing streak.

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