Dec 8, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) and defensive tackle Adam Butler (69) reacts after a play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Las Vegas Raiders: Maxx Crosby’s Truthful Reaction to Major Step After Surgery

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics | By Rex Villas | Last updated May 29, 2025 6:04 AM ET

The Las Vegas Raiders have not been to the NFL playoffs in the last three seasons, but they have some exciting pieces on the team.

Among them is none other than star edge rusher Maxx Crosby, who will still be with the Raiders for a long time after he signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension contract with the team in the offseason.

Crosby is looking to have another strong season with the Raiders in 2025, especially after he went under the knife to address his ankle issues in 2024 that ended his campaign that year.

Las Vegas Raiders’ Crosby is back to work

Nov 29, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) greets Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) after the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Crosby is back to work, as he participates in the Raiders’ OTAs. While there is still work to be done before he can get back to his top form again, it must be great for Las Vegas fans to hear his update on his status.

“It’s amazing. I mean I feel like a little kid out there, you know what I mean? I miss it,” Crosby said (h/t Coral Smith of NFL.com). “The rehab literally started in December, I literally didn’t have an offseason, I’ve been here the whole time. It’s been five months of hardcore training and rehabbing every single day, and sacrificing even more [to see] how can I go to an even higher level.”

Despite playing in only 12 games in 2024, Crosby still racked up 7.5 sacks. Over the last three seasons, the former Eastern Michiganstar has recorded 34.5 sacks and 87 quarterback hits in 46 games.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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