Las Vegas Raiders star Maxx Crosby told Fox News Digital he plans on attending the UFC fight at the White House on June 14 to celebrate America's 250th anniversary."I've never been to the White House," Crosby said."I'm excited, I like history..."It's incredible that we all have an opportunity to celebrate our country and just be part of a historic event...
we live in the greatest country in the world and it should be celebrated."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMMaxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders walks on the sideline before a game against the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev., on Dec.7, 2025.
(Chris Unger/Getty Images)For Crosby, as a highly successful NFL star, the celebration represents an opportunity to recognize the freedoms and opportunities he appreciates most as an American."You have an opportunity every day to chase your passion," Crosby said."Everyone comes from different backgrounds, but in this country you have a choice every day to chase what you love and what you aspire to do.
People don't say the American Dream for no reason.It's the greatest country because it's opportunity.
It's a land of opportunity."Crosby also revealed who he's rooting for at the event."I think everyone knows how much I love Justin Gaethje," Crosby said."Justin Gaethje is one of the greatest fighters to ever do it, and he's an absolute legend.
He's also a great friend, so I'll definitely be biased for him.I want to see him go to the White House and do his thing for sure."The fight, slated for the South Lawn, came about after Donald Trump casually leaned over to Dana White during a live UFC match and suggested they "do a fight at the White House".
White immediately agreed, and logistics were set in motion days later."Dana White is like family to me.He always does it big, and he always does it the biggest and best way.
He's always going to put on an incredible show," Crosby said."I’ve met Trump a couple times, and he’s been incredib...