Raiders Insider Suggests Cowboys as Best Trade Destination for Maxx Crosby

NFL insider believes a deal sending Crosby and a second-round pick to Dallas for George Pickens and a first-rounder would benefit both teams.

Mar. 1, 2026 at 4:15am

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According to NFL insider Dan Graziano, the Dallas Cowboys could be the best trade destination for Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby. Graziano suggests the Raiders send Crosby and a second-round pick to the Cowboys in exchange for wide receiver George Pickens and a first-round selection, as the Cowboys need defensive help while the Raiders could use an upgrade at receiver.

Why it matters

The Raiders are reportedly considering trading Crosby, one of their top defensive players, as they look to reshape their roster and build for the future. A trade to the Cowboys could benefit both teams, with the Cowboys getting a premier pass rusher to bolster their defense and the Raiders acquiring a talented young receiver and high draft capital.

The details

Graziano believes the Cowboys are more likely to trade for Crosby than other rumored suitors like the Chicago Bears, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Los Angeles Chargers. The Cowboys have the 12th overall pick in the upcoming draft and need to address their pass rush, while the Raiders hold the top overall pick and could use an upgrade at receiver to complement tight end Brock Bowers.

  • The 2023 NFL season just ended over a week ago.
  • The Raiders have the top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who has been the subject of trade rumors this offseason.

George Pickens

A wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys who could be included in a potential trade with the Raiders.

Dan Graziano

An NFL insider who believes a trade sending Crosby to the Cowboys would be the best move for both teams.

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What they’re saying

“The Cowboys likely aren't going to fork over a long-term, top-of-market deal for Pickens, and a franchise-tagging him could cause more problems than it solves. They get back Maxx Crosby, who will make around $30 million per year for the next two years and would replace Parsons.”

— Dan Graziano, NFL Insider

What’s next

The Raiders will need to decide in the coming weeks and months whether to trade Crosby or keep him as they look to rebuild their roster and contend in the AFC West.

The takeaway

A potential trade of Maxx Crosby from the Raiders to the Cowboys could benefit both teams, with the Cowboys getting a top pass rusher and the Raiders acquiring a talented young receiver and high draft capital as they look to reshape their roster.