Dana White claims Raiders' Maxx Crosby could be UFC champion

Dana White stated that Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders could have become a UFC champion if he had trained in MMA from a young age. This comment was made during a post-fight press conference following Week 1 of Dana White's Contender Series 2026, where former NFL player Anthony Wint secured a UFC contract. White expressed confidence in Crosby's potential, highlighting a trend of NFL players transitioning successfully to mixed martial arts. Other athletes, such as Ovince St. Preux and Greg Hardy, have made similar transitions and achieved success in the UFC. White referred to Crosby and emphasized his belief in the skills many NFL players possess for MMA.

• 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White says Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby could be UFC world champion