Lane Johnson Is Publicly Recruiting Maxx Crosby to the Eagles
Lane Johnson tweeted two words — 'Maxx Crosby' — and the NFL lit up. The Eagles' franchise left tackle is publicly campaigning for a trade that would transform Philadelphia's defense.
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Lane Johnson Is Publicly Recruiting Maxx Crosby to the Eagles
Lane Johnson doesn't do subtle. The Eagles' franchise left tackle took to social media with two words that sent the NFL world into a frenzy: "Maxx Crosby."
No context. No explanation needed. The message was clear — Lane wants Maxx Crosby in midnight green.
Why This Matters
This isn't just a player tweeting. Lane Johnson is one of the most respected veterans in the Eagles' locker room. When he speaks — or tweets — people listen. The post racked up 1.6 million views almost immediately. That's not noise. That's a statement.
The scenario that's been floating around: A.J. Brown to the Las Vegas Raiders, Maxx Crosby to the Eagles. It's the kind of blockbuster, multi-team deal that Howie Roseman lives for. And now one of the Eagles' most important players is publicly endorsing it.
What Crosby Would Mean for the Eagles
Maxx Crosby is signed through 2029. He's one of the most relentless edge rushers in football — a player who transforms a defensive line just by being on the field. Pair him with Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, and Josh Sweat, and the Eagles' front four becomes arguably the best in the NFL.
With Jaelan Phillips potentially leaving in free agency, the Eagles have a hole at edge rusher. Crosby doesn't just fill that hole — he turns it into a position of dominance.
The Catch
The Raiders aren't giving away Maxx Crosby for free. This would require significant draft capital, potentially a player like A.J. Brown going back the other direction, and creative cap work. But if there's one GM in football who can engineer a deal like this, it's Howie Roseman.
Lane Johnson is betting on it. And when Lane speaks, the Eagles tend to listen.
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