Maxx Crosby Says Patrick Mahomes Is the “Most Annoying QB” He’s Faced — And Calls Their Clash a “Great Rivalry”

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby is never one to shy away from speaking his mind—especially when it comes to his AFC West rivals. In a recent interview with NFL on CBS, the Pro Bowl pass-rusher was asked to blind-rank the five most annoying quarterbacks to play against, and his candid responses quickly set social media abuzz.

Crosby’s List: AFC West Quarterbacks Dominate

During the segment, Crosby made it clear that divisional matchups are always the most intense, joking, “Any quarterback in our division, they’ve got to be 1A, 1B, 1C.” Unsurprisingly, AFC West quarterbacks filled the top spots on his list:

– 1. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs)
Crosby reserved the top spot for Mahomes, acknowledging their fierce on-field battles. “Me and him have a great rivalry,” Crosby said, underscoring the mutual respect that has developed between the two stars.
– 2. Justin Herbert (Los Angeles Chargers)
Herbert landed in second place, with Crosby noting the challenge of facing the talented young quarterback.
– 3. Bo Nix (Denver Broncos)
The rookie from Denver took the third spot, a nod to the divisional nature of Crosby’s “annoyance.”
– 4. Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals)
Crosby had high praise for Burrow, saying, “He’s cold, ice cold,” as he slotted him into fourth place.
– 5. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens)
Rounding out the list was Jackson, the dynamic former MVP.

Fans React: Rivalry, Respect, and Humor

Crosby’s rankings quickly went viral, sparking a flurry of reactions across social media. Many fans appreciated the respect shown to rivals, especially within the AFC West.

One Chargers fan commented,
“Maxx with the respect on Herb. The biggest respect one can get is from your rival competitor. As a Charger fan, it’s mutual. I think Maxx is all class and one of the greatest.”

Others injected humor into the conversation.
“What a waste him being in Las Vegas,” one user lamented, while another joked, “Annoying or sexiest?” referencing the star power of the quarterbacks on the list. Some fans even poked fun at Crosby’s interview attire, with one quipping, “Y doesn’t he have a shirt?”

A Rivalry Built on Respect

The rivalry between Maxx Crosby and Patrick Mahomes has become one of the most compelling storylines in the AFC West. While Crosby’s relentless pressure has made life difficult for Mahomes, the Chiefs’ quarterback has continued to find ways to win. The mutual respect between the two is clear, and their matchups are must-watch TV for NFL fans.

As the new season approaches, fans can look forward to more heated battles—and plenty of playful banter—between Crosby, Mahomes, and the rest of the AFC West’s elite quarterbacks.