BREAKING: Maxx Crosby’s Bold Demand: ‘Either Change QB or We’ll Keep Struggling’"
In a shocking and candid statement, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby has made it clear that as long as Geno Smith remains the starting quarterback, he believes the team’s struggles will continue. Crosby, known for his fiery demeanor and leadership on defense, didn’t mince words when discussing the team’s current predicament, calling out the Raiders’ offense and the lack of success under Smith’s leadership.
Crosby’s comments came after the Raiders were handed a crushing defeat by the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7, with a lopsided 31–0 scoreline that underscored the team’s ongoing issues. The defensive star didn’t hold back in his frustration, expressing that he would remain on the sidelines if Smith continued to take the snaps.
"Chừng nào còn Geno Smith trong đội, tôi sẽ không bao giờ ra sân. Cái đội này sẽ không thể thắng được với anh ta. Chúng ta cứ mãi thất bại thôi. Chúng ta cần một QB thực sự nếu muốn có hy vọng gì đó trong mùa giải này," Crosby said. "As long as Geno Smith is on this team, I’ll stay on the bench. This team isn’t going anywhere with him at QB. We’re going to keep losing. We need a real quarterback if we want any chance this season."
While Crosby’s statement may be seen as harsh, it reflects a larger sentiment of frustration among Raiders players and fans alike. Smith, who has struggled with consistency and turnovers, has been at the center of the team’s offensive woes. Despite flashes of potential, the quarterback’s performance has failed to inspire confidence, leading to growing calls for change from all corners of the Raiders’ locker room.
Smith, who was once the answer for the Seattle Seahawks, has failed to replicate that success since joining the Raiders. His inability to take control of the offense and lead the team to victory has now become a major talking point, especially after his lackluster performance against the Chiefs, where he only managed 67 passing yards and contributed to four turnovers.
Crosby’s frustration is understandable. The Raiders’ defense has been solid at times, but with the offense unable to keep pace, the team has found itself consistently falling short. Crosby’s leadership on defense has been one of the few bright spots for the team this season, but it’s clear that the burden of carrying the team has fallen on the defense, with little help from the offensive side of the ball.
The timing of Crosby’s comments could not be more critical. With the Raiders now sitting at 2–5 and their playoff hopes rapidly fading, questions about the quarterback position are sure to intensify. The franchise must make a decision quickly, as the team’s performance continues to stagnate. Will the Raiders look for a change at quarterback, or will they continue to ride with Smith for the remainder of the season?
As Crosby’s words echo through the locker room, the pressure is on head coach Josh McDaniels and the front office to take action. Whether they choose to make a change or stick with Smith remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the Raiders are at a crossroads, and with Crosby’s fierce leadership, the team needs a quarterback who can finally help them turn the page.
One drive by the Commanders should be the final straw for a drastic change after embarrassing loss to Cowboys
The Washington Commanders lost an important NFC East game against the Dallas Cowboys 44-22, and it was a nightmare of a loss.
Injuries can only be an excuse for so long, with Deatrich Wise and Will Harris hurt for a while, but this loss showed that the Commanders have the same problem every single week. And there are no changes to show from it. The Commanders are 3-4, and changes need to be made on this defense that continues to be one of the worst in the league every week.
The offense scored right before halftime to make it a one-score game, then the defense had its worst drive of the season, which should be enough for drastic changes.
The defense imploded before halftime
Jayden Daniels led the short-handed offense down the field for a touchdown to make it a 20-15 game, with the Commanders getting the ball back in the second half. All the defense had to do was get a stop in the last 45 seconds of the half, but they couldn't even do that.
Dak Prescott hit George Pickens for a 44-yard bomb against Marshon Lattimore. The Cowboys followed it up with a 33-yard run by Javonte Williams, who dragged Quan Martin for 10 yards to the two-yard line. Prescott ended the drive with a wide-open touchdown to Jake Ferguson to extend the lead to 27-15 with 10 seconds left.
Dak drops a dime to Pickens!
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The offense did its job, and a 35-second drive for a touchdown should be the last nail in the coffin before jobs are lost and players are benched. The defense has allowed the same explosive plays all season, and no adjustments have been made. Lattimore should be benched with Jonathan Jones back from his injury, and an honest conversation needs to be had about defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.
He's doing what he can with what he has, but the lack of changes is inexcusable. We continue to see the same players making mistakes, and none of the younger linebackers get a real chance to show what they have, as linebacker Bobby Wagner continues to struggle in obvious passing situations.
Daniels left the game early with a hamstring injury, Terry McLaurin is still out with no timetable for a return , and it feels like the season is getting away from the Commanders. It's time to see what you have for the rest of the season and make changes. The results couldn't be worse, so what do you have to lose? The Commanders have a gauntlet of a schedule left with the Kansas City Chiefs coming up next, and they have a lot to think about before the trade deadline.
