Ravens Acquire Star DE Maxx Crosby from Raiders

Baltimore sends two 1st-round picks to Las Vegas in blockbuster trade

Mar. 7, 2026 at 8:55am

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The Baltimore Ravens have acquired star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for two first-round draft picks, according to multiple reports. Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowler, will now join the Ravens' defense under new head coach Jesse Minter.

Why it matters

This trade represents a major shakeup in the AFC, as the Ravens look to bolster their defense with one of the league's premier pass rushers. Crosby's addition could help Baltimore improve on a defense that struggled at times last season, finishing 24th in total yards allowed.

The details

The deal includes the Ravens sending the No. 14 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and their 2027 first-round selection to the Raiders. In return, Baltimore acquires the 28-year-old Crosby, who has recorded at least 7 sacks in each of his 7 seasons with the Raiders and made the Pro Bowl 5 times.

  • The trade cannot be officially completed until the 2026 NFL league year begins on March 11.
  • Crosby signed a 3-year, $106.5 million extension with the Raiders just one year ago.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A 28-year-old defensive end who has been selected to the Pro Bowl 5 times and received 2 second-team All-Pro honors in his 7 seasons with the Raiders.

Jesse Minter

The new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, who was previously the defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers.

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What’s next

The trade cannot be officially completed until the 2026 NFL league year begins on March 11.

The takeaway

The Ravens are making a bold move to improve their defense by acquiring one of the NFL's top pass rushers in Maxx Crosby. This trade could have major implications for the AFC playoff race in the coming seasons.