Mike Vrabel praises Patriots for limiting Maxx Crosby in win over Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 2:17 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

On October 11, the New England Patriots secured a 45-17 victory against the Las Vegas Raiders at Gillette Stadium. A key factor in the win was the successful containment of Raiders' edge rusher Maxx Crosby, who recorded only one tackle and no sacks. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel credited his offensive line and coaching staff for their effective game plan, which helped keep quarterback Drake Maye protected throughout the game. The Raiders are now on a two-game losing streak, facing the Buffalo Bills in their next match on October 18 at Allegiant Stadium.
- •Patriots defeated Raiders 45-17 on October 11.
- •Maxx Crosby limited to one tackle and no sacks.
- •Patriots' offensive line protected quarterback Drake Maye.
- •Raiders to host Buffalo Bills on October 18.
- •Las Vegas looking to end two-game losing streak.
- 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel Gets Candid on Patriots Stopping Raiders’ Maxx Crosby
"The Las Vegas Raiders are coming off a 45-17 beatdown from the New England Patriots on Oct. 11 at Gillette Stadium as the Silver and Black have now two straight games after their 3-0 start. One key to the Patriots’ win over the Raiders was keeping Maxx Crosby quiet.Crosby had one tackle and zero sacks […] The post Mike Vrabel Gets Candid on Patriots Stopping Raiders’ Maxx Crosby appeared first on HEAVY.
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