In the first five years of his career, Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby has emerged not only as one of the league’s most potent defenders, but also as an inspiration to fans across the country.
Crosby has been frank about his struggles with alcoholism, for which he checked into rehab in the spring of 2020. Playing with a renewed purpose, he went on to reach the Pro Bowl in 2021 and ’22.
On Thursday, he discussed his past struggles and outlook toward the future with in an interview with Sports Illustrated.
