Ravens Sign Trey Hendrickson After Maxx Crosby Trade Falls Through

Baltimore adds star pass rusher after backing out of deal for Raiders' Maxx Crosby.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to terms with free agent defensive end Trey Hendrickson, securing a top pass rusher after a potential trade for Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders fell through. Hendrickson, a 2020 Pro Bowler, will now join the Ravens' defense as they look to bolster their pass rush for the upcoming season.

Why it matters

The Ravens were in the market for a premier edge rusher to pair with their existing defensive stars, and Hendrickson fits the bill as one of the league's most disruptive pass rushers. His addition should significantly improve Baltimore's ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks and could make their defense one of the most formidable in the NFL.

The details

After the potential trade for Maxx Crosby fell through, the Ravens quickly pivoted and reached an agreement with Trey Hendrickson on a multi-year contract. Hendrickson, 27, is coming off a 2025 season where he recorded 12.5 sacks and 27 quarterback hits for the Cincinnati Bengals. He will now join a Ravens defense that already features standouts like Calais Campbell and Marcus Peters.

  • The Ravens and Hendrickson agreed to terms on March 11, 2026.

The players

Trey Hendrickson

A 27-year-old defensive end who was a 2020 Pro Bowler and is one of the NFL's most disruptive pass rushers.

Maxx Crosby

A defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who the Ravens were previously in trade talks to acquire before the deal fell through.

Calais Campbell

A standout defensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens.

Marcus Peters

A star cornerback for the Baltimore Ravens.

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What they’re saying

“Trey Hendrickson is the perfect fit for our defense. He's a game-changing pass rusher who will make an immediate impact.”

— John Harbaugh, Head Coach, Baltimore Ravens (Ravens.com)

What’s next

Hendrickson is expected to be officially introduced at a press conference on Monday, March 13th.

The takeaway

The Ravens' addition of Trey Hendrickson shows their commitment to building an elite defense that can pressure the quarterback and make life difficult for opposing offenses. This move could be a game-changer for Baltimore as they look to contend for a Super Bowl title in the upcoming season.