The Raiders clearly aren’t putting their best foot forward with the No. 1 pick on the line, and the star defensive end isn’t happy about it.

The Raiders informed defensive end Maxx Crosby that he will sit out Sunday's matchup against the Giants due to a knee injury, sources told ESPN.

Even though the Giants have struggled on the road, they might not be able to out-tank the Raiders. Las Vegas ranks dead last in the NFL in both points per game (14.5) and yards per game (248.9). Geno Smith has also thrown 15 interceptions this season, which is tied for the most in the NFL.

The Las Vegas Raiders will play their biggest contest of the campaign in Week 17. They'll host the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday. The loser will enter the Week 18 regular-season finale with real-time possession of the No. 1 overall selection in April's 2026 NFL draft.

It’s possible, probable even, that some Giants fans hope their team ties the franchise record by losing its 10th straight game. If they lose in Vegas, Mock's model would put the Giants’ odds at 66 percent to secure the No. 1 pick.

Dart threw all of 13 times despite it being a competitive game in which the Giants trailed late. New York seems like a franchise looking ahead to the offseason and a new regime. The Raiders, on the other hand,

Christmas brings playoff gifts for multiple teams as Week 17 gets ready begin. Here are USA TODAY Sports' playoff predictions.