Overview
- Talib initially said on The Arena that “f—k his stats, he can’t stop the run,” referencing Maxx Crosby during a debate about run defense.
- Crosby responded on The Rush by calling Talib “uneducated,” urging him to review the numbers and the game tape, including a recent Thursday performance.
- In a follow-up, Talib said he did not claim Crosby fails against the run and argued his point was about team rushing totals, adding, “watch your tone, fam.”
- Coverage highlights Crosby’s 2025 line at roughly 37 tackles and five sacks and notes Pro Football Focus rated him the No. 1 edge against the run in 2023.
- Reports frame the exchange against a rough Raiders season with an inconsistent defense, and note the dispute remains confined to podcast and TV commentary.