Crawford made it clear he's not looking past Canelo when asked about his future plans. He told reporters:
"It's one fight at a time. I don't eat before my food's on my table."
This mindset makes sense given the magnitude of the Canelo fight. Crawford will turn 38 just weeks after the bout, which comes with a reported $200 million purse. He debuted at 154 pounds over a year ago and currently holds the WBA title in that division.
While Crawford stays locked in on Canelo, boxing fans and experts can't help but speculate about what might come next. A return to 154 pounds could be in the cards, where a talented crop of fighters awaits. Sebastian Fundora, who previously held the WBC and WBO belts, has been linked to Crawford before. Other potential opponents include Bakhram Murtazaliev, Vergil Ortiz Jr., and Xander Zayas.
If the Canelo fight ends up being close or controversial, a lucrative rematch could materialize. The financial windfall from their first meeting might make that an attractive option for both men.
Retirement also looms as a possibility for Crawford. He's previously stated, "I wasn't going to let boxing retire me." Jeff Mayweather, former fighter and uncle of Floyd Mayweather Jr., believes beating Canelo could be the perfect moment for Crawford to walk away on top.
Canelo, five years younger than Crawford, seems set to continue his career regardless of the outcome on September 13. The Mexican superstar's pound-for-pound status ensures he'll have plenty of options moving forward.
For now, all eyes are on the September showdown. Crawford's sole focus remains on the task at hand – solving the Canelo puzzle and potentially cementing his place among boxing's all-time greats.