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Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Played Against Chiefs Despite Hospital Stay

The Las Vegas standout is the first NFL player to appear in a game despite a “doubtful” designation since 2020.
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Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Played Against Chiefs Despite Hospital Stay
Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Played Against Chiefs Despite Hospital Stay

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Against all odds, Maxx Crosby shook off a knee injury to play for the Raiders against the Chiefs on Sunday despite being listed as doubtful. It was the first time an NFL player had done so since 2020.

But Crosby didn’t just play through an injury—he suited up despite being hospitalized with infections earlier in the week, making it even more impressive that he was able to take the field against Kansas City in Week 12.

Crosby, who said he was in a great deal of pain during the game, said he dealt with “infections,” which had him “down for the count,” per Nick Walters of KTNV-TV. But in true warrior fashion, the Raiders star emphasized that “if he can go, he’s going to go.” 

Not only did Crosby go, but he made an impact on the game, fighting off a double team to wrap up Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a key sack in the third quarter. The Raiders pass-rusher earned even more respect from Mahomes in the process. 

Crosby is definitely one of one. 

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Tim Capurso
TIM CAPURSO

Tim Capurso is a staff writer for Sports Illustrated, primarily covering MLB, college football and college basketball. Before joining SI in November 2023, Capurso worked at RotoBaller and ClutchPoints and is a graduate of Assumption University. When he's not working, he can be found at the gym, reading a book or enjoying a good hike. A resident of New York, Capurso openly wonders if the Giants will ever be a winning football team again.

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