Maxx Crosby has a chip on his shoulder, but the Raiders pass rusher says it’s always there “no matter what.”
He was a two-star recruit with only an offer from Eastern Michigan, and he didn’t get drafted until the fourth round in 2019. Crosby admits, though, that the chip might be a bit bigger than in past seasons.
The Ravens agreed to trade for him before reneging because of long-term concerns about Crosby’s surgically repaired left knee. He missed two games last season to undergo surgery to repair a torn meniscus.
“Of course, there’s added motivation,” Crosby said, via Sam Warren of TheAthletic.com. “It’s beautiful at the same time. I love being doubted. I love being told I can’t do something because I’ll go to the end of the world to make it happen.”
Crosby fully participated in the Raiders’ opening training camp practice after spending the offseason program rehabbing. Thus, Wednesday marked his first practice since December.
“It’s a blessing, man,” Crosby said. “I love this game. I heard all the noise and all those things, but everyone knows that when my back’s against the wall, that’s when I’m at my best. I love the pressure. That’s what I live and thrive on. It’s just added points and gives me a little more reason to go out there and whoop ass.”
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