49ers’ Lenoir makes not-so-subtle plea for Crosby trade originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
Deommodore Lenoir made it crystal clear who he hopes will join the 49ers this season.
Whether it’s realistic or not.
San Francisco’s star cornerback posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, his wish for Las Vegas Raiders defensive back Maxx Crosby to join the 49ers defensive line.
Max Crosby would look crazy in a Niners Jersey🔥
— Deommodore lenoir (@Dmo_lenoir) January 19, 2025
Crosby, 27, is currently under contract with Las Vegas through the 2026 NFL season after signing a four-year, $94 million contract extension with the Raiders in March 2022.
Crosby’s name was discussed in trade rumors ahead of the NFL’s Nov. 5 trade deadline this season, but the star pass rusher ultimately stayed in Las Vegas.
In an appearance on “Good Morning Football” on Friday, Crosby was asked about the trade rumors and discussed his current contract situation with the Raiders.
“Yes, I see all those things,” Crosby said. “Right now I’m just focusing on my process and getting healthy every day. We’ll see what happens with the coaching situation. I have been with the Raiders for six years and am currently under contract. I’ve talked about it before, I don’t have guaranteed money anymore. There are many things that need to be discussed. That’s what we’re going to do.”
Crosby, limited to 12 games this season due to an ankle injury, recorded 7.5 sacks, 45 tackles (17 for a loss) and 20 quarterback hits for Las Vegas while earning his fourth career Pro Bowl nod.
If the rebuilding Raiders are open to trading Crosby this offseason, it’s clear Lenoir hopes the 49ers pursue the defensive goal of facing Nick Bosa.
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