The AFC West is already loaded and the Las Vegas Raiders find themselves playing catch up. On Friday, the front office made a big decision regarding Maxx Crosby, locking him up for the next four years. It'll be interesting to see what else this franchise can do in this offseason, but for now, it's Crosby's time to shine.

According to Tom Pelissero, the Raiders have extended Maxx Crosby to a four-year deal worth $98.8 million. After playing as one of the best pass rushers in the league, Crosby reels in a whopping $53 million guaranteed. The sky is the limit for Las Vegas' best player on defense.

After signing the deal, Maxx Crosby took to social media to share his reaction with fans. This is a massive moment for the Raiders' pass rusher, as he becomes the centerpiece of the defense for the next several years. Considering Las Vegas must face Patrick Mahomes, Justin Herbert, and Russell Wilson twice a year each, this is a necessary decision for this franchise.

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Maxx Crosby has one of the best comeback stories of all time. After struggling with addiction problems, the star pass rusher cleaned himself up and quickly became one of the best defensive linemen in the league. If anyone deserves this payday, it's Crosby and it's nice to see the Raiders reward him for his efforts.

We'll see what other moves the Raiders make this offseason. They face an uphill climb next year with the AFC West acquiring multiple superstars. However, as long as the front office maintains a competent roster, Las Vegas should remain within the playoff race next year. Look for the front office to get aggressive in free agency and add valuable assets through the NFL Draft.