Maxx Crosby DONE WITH RAIDERS, wants to play for Vrabel & Patriots | Colin Cowherd REACTS: HERD NFL
From The Herd with Colin Cowherd
Max Crosby, a standout player for the Raiders, is expressing his desire to join the New England Patriots and play under head coach Mike Vrabel, who is praised for his unique blend of tough love and genuine care for his players. The discussion highlights the significance of coaching brands in the NFL, noting how Vrabel's physical presence and emotional connections set him apart as a leader that players aspire to work with.
Key Takeaways
- Mike Vrabel's emotional intelligence turns hard-nosed coaching into a player magnet—tough love never goes out of style.
- Players can smell inauthenticity. Vrabel's genuine approach sets him apart in a league rife with facades.
- Max Crosby: the relentless dog of the Raiders—more consistent than Micah Parsons, even if he lacks the spotlight.
- Vrabel's intimidating presence works against him—proof that sometimes, size can be both a blessing and a curse.
- Draft hype aside, players like Crosby show real talent often emerges from underdog schools; perception isn't everything.
Mentioned in This Episode
- Max Crosby (person)
- Mike Vrabel (person)
- NFL (concept)
- Micah Parsons (person)
- Dak Prescott (person)
- Matthew Stafford (person)
- Zbiotics (product)
- Shawn Peyton (person)
- Chris Long (person)
- Seahawks (company)
- Aidan Hutchinson (person)