Raiders' Maxx Crosby Out for Week 16 Game Against Giants, Impacting No. 1 Draft Pick
Maxx Crosby, the Raiders' star defensive end, has been ruled out for the Week 16 game against the New York Giants due to a knee injury. Crosby left the team facility after disagreeing with the plan to rest him for the final two games of the season.
Earlier in the week, Brock Bowers was placed on injured reserve, effectively ending his season. The upcoming Raiders-Giants game on Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET carries significant implications, as it will determine the No. 1 overall pick in the April draft. Currently, the Giants hold the top pick but would forfeit it to the Raiders if the Raiders secure a victory.
Crosby has been a key player for the Raiders, recording 10.0 sacks this season across 15 games and earning Pro Bowl honors in each of the past five seasons. Despite the draft pick situation, Crosby stated he does not focus on the No. 1 pick, prioritizing his performance as a defensive end while leaving draft implications to others.
