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Steelers remain a possible landing spot for Maxx Crosby
Summary
Raiders GM John Spytek said Las Vegas is listening to calls for Maxx Crosby, and the Steelers are mentioned as a possible destination because their new defensive coordinator previously coached Crosby.
Content
The Raiders are reportedly listening to calls about pass rusher Maxx Crosby, which has opened trade discussions this offseason. Patrick Graham, the Steelers' new defensive coordinator, coached Crosby in Las Vegas for the past three seasons. Pittsburgh already fields several outside linebackers, including T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Alex Highsmith and Jack Sawyer. Crosby's availability and Graham's past connection have brought the Steelers into the conversation as a potential landing spot.
Reported details:
- Las Vegas general manager John Spytek said the Raiders are listening to phone calls for Maxx Crosby.
- The article reports there has been tension this offseason between Crosby and the Raiders, and growing belief he could be dealt.
- Patrick Graham spent the last three seasons coaching Crosby in Las Vegas before joining the Steelers.
- The Steelers currently have T.J. Watt, Nick Herbig, Alex Highsmith and Jack Sawyer listed at edge rusher/outside linebacker.
- Reports indicate Crosby's expected price tag would be high and that trade discussions are only beginning.
Summary:
The development could create a surplus of outside linebackers for the Steelers if they pursue Crosby, given their existing group and Graham's familiarity with him. Undetermined at this time.
