BREAKING: Maxx Crosby Stuns NFL World, Rejects Mammoth $204 Million Chiefs Offer, Declares “My Loyalty Lies with The Raiders Forever”
Las Vegas, NV — In an era where massive contracts and free agency moves often reshape the NFL landscape, Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby has sent a powerful message to the football world: loyalty still matters.
In a shocking turn of events, Crosby reportedly turned down a staggering $204 million offer from the Kansas City Chiefs, sources close to the situation confirmed late Sunday night. The offer would have made Crosby the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history and would have paired him with two-time MVP Patrick Mahomes in a dynasty-chasing franchise. But Crosby’s response was swift — and unshakable.
“I grew up a Raider. I bleed Silver and Black,” Crosby said in an emotional post on X (formerly Twitter). “Money can’t buy legacy. My loyalty lies with the Raiders — forever.”
According to NFL insiders, the Chiefs pursued Crosby aggressively in recent weeks, viewing him as the perfect piece to bolster their already elite defense and extend their Super Bowl window. The six-year veteran has racked up 52 sacks, 152 QB hits, and multiple All-Pro selections, quickly becoming one of the league’s most feared pass rushers.
While many assumed the opportunity to play for a perennial contender like Kansas City might sway him, Crosby’s decision has reinforced his commitment to the Raiders’ long-term vision under head coach Antonio Pierce.
Raiders owner Mark Davis was reportedly made aware of the offer and privately thanked Crosby for his loyalty. “Maxx embodies everything we want in this franchise — toughness, integrity, and heart,” Davis said in a statement. “He’s the foundation we’re building around.”
Fans across Raider Nation erupted on social media, celebrating Crosby’s decision as a rare show of heart in a league often driven by contracts and championship rings.
“You don’t walk away from $204 million unless something bigger drives you,” said former NFL linebacker and analyst Shawne Merriman on ESPN. “Maxx Crosby just became a Raider legend — not for what he did on the field, but for what he just stood for.”
With the Raiders aiming to return to postseason form, Crosby’s statement of commitment could serve as a rallying point for the entire locker room. And while Kansas City may have lost out on its next defensive anchor, the Raiders have gained something even more valuable — a hero whose heart belongs to Las Vegas.
