Ravens Acquire Star DE Maxx Crosby from Raiders

Two future first-round picks heading to Las Vegas in blockbuster trade

Mar. 7, 2026 at 7:36am

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The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to acquire five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for first-round draft picks in 2026 and 2027, according to multiple reports.

Why it matters

This trade represents a major move by the Ravens to bolster their defensive line and pass rush, acquiring one of the league's top young defensive ends. For the Raiders, it signals a willingness to part with a star player in exchange for valuable draft capital to aid their rebuilding efforts.

The details

Under the terms of the deal, the Ravens will send their first-round picks in 2026 and 2027 to the Raiders in exchange for Crosby, who has been a dominant force on the Raiders' defensive line since being drafted in 2019.

  • The trade was agreed to on Friday, March 7, 2026.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A five-time Pro Bowl defensive end who has been a standout player for the Las Vegas Raiders since being drafted in 2019.

Baltimore Ravens

The NFL franchise based in Baltimore, Maryland that has agreed to acquire Maxx Crosby from the Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders

The NFL franchise based in Las Vegas, Nevada that has agreed to trade Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for two future first-round draft picks.

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What they’re saying

“This is a huge move for the Ravens as they look to bolster their defense and make a deep playoff run. Crosby is one of the best young pass rushers in the league.”

— Adam Schefter, ESPN NFL Insider

What’s next

The trade will become official when the new league year begins on March 15, 2026. The Ravens and Raiders will then work to integrate Crosby into Baltimore's defense and manage the draft picks exchanged in the deal.

The takeaway

This blockbuster trade signals the Ravens' commitment to improving their defense and competing for a Super Bowl, while the Raiders are willing to part with a star player in exchange for valuable draft capital to aid their rebuilding efforts.