A wave of optimism has swept through the Las Vegas Raiders organization with the hiring of Pete Carroll as head coach, and no one seems more enthusiastic about this new direction than Maxx Crosby.
After enduring challenging seasons, the Raiders have a leader who brings immediate energy and fresh perspective to a team hungry for change.
Crosby recently shared his early impressions of Carroll and his excitement was palpable.
“Everything I’ve experienced so far has been incredible. I’ve had some awesome conversations with him. He’s very straightforward with his approach, talking about competing, talking about energy. They literally got, like, JBL speakers upstairs. It sounds like a nightclub up there. That’s a little bit different, right? I love that,” Crosby said, via ESPN Radio.
The unique atmosphere Carroll has introduced, complete with music blasting through the complex, resonates particularly well with Crosby, who himself is known for walking through the building with his tunes playing.
This blend of high energy and serious dedication appears to be striking the perfect balance.
While the positive vibes create an engaging environment, Crosby emphasizes that the focus remains firmly on the work at hand.
The pass rusher joined the Raiders in 2019 and success has been elusive with only one winning season (in 2021) to show for his efforts.
Their 4-13 finish in 2024 underscored the need for change, but rather than dwelling
