Cowboys Trade Rumors See Maxx Crosby Odds Rise Amid Post-Combine Buzz

The Dallas Cowboys' odds to land Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby appear to be improving amid the latest trade buzz following the NFL Scouting Combine.

Mar. 2, 2026 at 1:28pm by Ben Kaplan

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The Dallas Cowboys have been linked to a potential trade for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby, with the latest odds suggesting the Cowboys are among the top contenders to land the two-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler. The Cowboys are in desperate need of edge rushing help, and Crosby would be a major upgrade for their defense.

Why it matters

The Cowboys' defense struggled to generate consistent pressure on opposing quarterbacks last season, and adding a dominant pass rusher like Crosby could be a game-changer for the team. However, acquiring Crosby would likely require the Cowboys to part with valuable draft capital or players, so the decision to pursue him will be a crucial one for the franchise.

The details

According to the latest odds from BetOnline.ag, the Cowboys have the fifth-best odds (7/1) to land Crosby, behind the Washington Commanders (3/1), Tennessee Titans (4/1), New England Patriots (5/1), and San Francisco 49ers (6/1). Crosby is coming off a strong 2025 season in which he recorded 73 tackles, 28 tackles for loss, 20 quarterback hits, and 10 sacks in 15 games.

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The players

Maxx Crosby

A two-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Jadeveon Clowney

A veteran pass rusher who was the Cowboys' 2025 sack leader, but his future with the team remains uncertain.

Donovan Ezeiruaku

A rising star pass rusher for the Cowboys who is expected to miss most of the offseason spring program after undergoing hip surgery.

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