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ESPN NFL fantasy football takes on Maxx Crosby
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from ESPN NFL about Maxx Crosby.
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All ESPN NFL insights about Maxx Crosby
NegativeProjectionJul 9, 2026
Crosby ranked No. 4 in ESPN's edge rusher survey, with voters valuing his complete game and relentless play. He has 69.5 career sacks in seven seasons, joining Greg Townsend (107.5) and Howie Long (84.0) as only Raiders to surpass 60 sacks since 1982. His 35 career games with five or more pressures since 2019 lead the NFL. Scouts praised his motor and versatility ("pass rush, splash plays, great against the run"), though one knock is wear-and-tear risk from his refusal to leave the field. The Ravens nixed a trade for Crosby in March due to concerns about his surgically repaired knee.PositiveProjectionJul 8, 2026
Crosby tied with Will Anderson Jr. at No. 3 in ESPN's rankings but lost the tiebreaker on top-five votes. Voters who value complete, relentless play rank him very high; he has the best motor of any defensive player. He has 69.5 sacks in seven seasons (joining Greg Townsend and Howie Long as only Raiders with 60+ sacks since 1982) and leads the NFL with 35 career games of five or more pressures since 2019. Scouts praise his pass rush, splash plays, run defense, and backfield tackles. However, his relentless motor creates wear-and-tear concerns; he dislikes coming off the field, and the Ravens had concerns about his surgically repaired knee when they nixed a trade in March.