Maxx Crosby, the Las Vegas Raiders' star defensive end, is dealing with a high ankle sprain that has limited his effectiveness on the field. In a recent game against the Carolina Panthers, Crosby played only 82% of the defensive snaps, a noticeable drop from his usual performance. Despite his injury, Crosby remains determined to contribute to his team, but questions arise about the overall performance of the Raiders' defense and how they will manage his playing time moving forward.

• Maxx Crosby's injury significantly impacts the Raiders' defensive performance.
• The coaching staff is considering how to manage Crosby's playing time to protect him.
• The Raiders' defense needs to step up in Crosby's absence or limited capacity.