In the fierce battles of the AFC West, few rivalries are as entertaining as the one between Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Las Vegas Raiders defensive standout Maxx Crosby. These two meet twice a year on the gridiron, where Crosby’s mission is simple:disrupt Mahomes’ rhythm and apply pressure. Despite their intense on-field clashes, Crosby revealed a surprising dynamic in their relationship during his appearance on The Let’s Go Podcast.
Far from harboring animosity, Crosby shared that he and Mahomes maintain mutual respect-even if their on-field exchanges are anything but polite. “I tell everybody I love Patrick,” Crosby said. “That’s my guy. I respect the hell out of him… It’s either like, Pat looks at me, and he’s like, ‘That was a good rush,’ or sometimes it gets a little rated R.”
Crosby described the NSFW banter that adds an extra layer to their battles. “He’ll say, ‘Get off me, man.’ And I’m like, ‘Shut up b**ch.’ That’s our conversation sometimes,” Crosby said with a laugh. The Raiders star emphasized that the trash talk is part of their competitive fire and ultimately strengthens their bond. “It’s all love at the end of the day,” he added.
Patrick Mahomes and Maxx Crosby play each other twice a year, and each time, there is always cinema when those two are on the field.
Both players always exchange heated words, but this doesn’t mean they dislike each other.
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The intensity of their exchanges was on full display this season, particularly during their Week 13 Black Friday showdown. The Raiders nearly pulled off an upset, but a late-game fumble sealed the Chiefs’ 19-17 victory. Crosby reflected on how close they were to dethroning their divisional rivals. “We had them,”Crosby said. “They knew we had them. Patrick even told me after the game, ‘Y’all had us.’ But it doesn’t matter in the end.”
Mutual respect between rivals
Despite the Raiders’ struggles to consistently topple the Chiefs, Crosby’s admiration for Mahomes is clear. He considers Mahomes the best in his position, a sentiment that’s shared across the league. Meanwhile, Mahomes has often spoken highly of Crosby’s relentless motor and game-changing ability.
Their relationship exemplifies the fine line between competition and camaraderie in professional sports. While the insults might fly during the game, the respect remains intact once the final whistle blows.
Maxx Crosby to Patrick Mahomes:
“Go get another one brother.” 😳
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The Crosby-Mahomes dynamic is a microcosm of what makes the NFL so captivating. It’s not just about the scores and stats-it’s about the personalities, rivalries, and the human stories that play out on the field. For fans, their battles are a reminder of the intensity and mutual respect that define the game.
As the AFC West rivalry continues to heat up, the Crosby-Mahomes saga is one worth watching-not just for the football, but for the unfiltered, unscripted moments that make the sport truly special.
