Maxx Crosby Bids Emotional Farewell to Raiders After Trade to Ravens

The Pro Bowl defensive end thanks Raider Nation and looks ahead to his new chapter in Baltimore.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Maxx Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowl defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders, posted an emotional farewell to the team and its fans after being traded to the Baltimore Ravens. Crosby expressed disbelief that his seven-year tenure with the Raiders is coming to an end, but said he's looking forward to the next chapter with the Ravens and has "zero ill will" toward the Raiders organization.

Why it matters

Crosby was a cornerstone of the Raiders' defense for nearly a decade, making the Pro Bowl five times and leading the team to the playoffs in 2021. His departure is a significant loss for the Raiders as they look to rebuild, while the Ravens have added a top-tier pass rusher to bolster their defense.

The details

In his farewell post, Crosby said the 2021 season was the "most fun" he's ever had playing football, which was also the only year he helped the Raiders reach the playoffs. Despite falling short of his goal of bringing a Lombardi Trophy to Raider Nation, Crosby expressed gratitude for the support he received from the team's passionate fanbase. He's now eager to join the Ravens and give "everything" he has to help the team succeed.

  • Crosby posted his farewell message on March 8, 2026, shortly after news of the trade broke.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A five-time Pro Bowl defensive end who spent the first seven seasons of his NFL career with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Baltimore Ravens

The NFL team that acquired Maxx Crosby in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders

The NFL team that traded Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens after he spent seven seasons with the organization.

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What they’re saying

“I can't believe that this is a real thing. It's been 7 years being with the nation. Raider Nation has given me everything.”

— Maxx Crosby (TMZ)

“The whole city of Baltimore ... I'm coming in guns blazing. I'm going to be myself and I'm going to give everything I have in my heart and soul to be the best player I can possibly be, to help be the best leader, best example, on a daily basis.”

— Maxx Crosby (TMZ)

What’s next

Crosby will join the Ravens and look to continue his dominant play as a pass rusher, helping the team make a deep playoff run in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Maxx Crosby's emotional farewell to the Raiders highlights the strong bond between players and their teams' passionate fanbases, even when a trade is necessary. His commitment to excellence and leadership will be valuable assets for the Ravens as they aim to contend for a championship.