No rivalry in the NFL is as contentious as that of Maxx Crosby and Patrick Mahomes . The two superstars have clashed time and time again in the AFC West division . But this week Crosby shocked everyone with some tough talk. Las Vegas Raiders outside linebacker Crosby did not mince words about how he goes after the Chiefs quarterback. And what he said proves just how real the on-field war between them is.
Maxx Crosby wants to destroy Patrick Mahomes on every snap
Maxx Crosby was on fire during his recent interview. He said something that got fans talking everywhere: “I’m trying to kill him on every play. That “him” is none other than Patrick Mahomes. Maxx Crosby explained that when the game begins, it’s more than just football. When we are in the between the lines, it’s war,”
he told us.
And even if his words were completely absurd, they showed just how enthusiastic and heated he is on the pitch. Patrick Mahomes and Maxx Crosby have run against one another quite often. Crosby has gotten several chances to sack Mahomes since he joined the Raiders. And though the Chiefs typically emerge victorious, Crosby never fails to bring the fight. His passion, quickness, and desire for the big moment never wane even against the league’s top quarterback.
Nevertheless, Maxx Crosby did have something unexpected to say. He might be attempting to destroy Mahomes every snap, but he also has a great deal of respect for him. “He is a dawg,” Crosby expressed in complete admiration.
That single sentence reveals something greater: Crosby might be waging war, but it’s war against someone he knows is elite.
Patrick Mahomes has respect for Maxx Crosby’s ferocity and toughness
This war is a two-way one. Patrick Mahomes spoke well of Crosby previously. He just recently stated Crosby is the best pass rusher he has ever played against. That is a great compliment from a two-time MVP and Super Bowl winner. Patrick Mahomes knows what it feels like to be hounded, punched, and harassed by Maxx Crosby.