Raiders' Maxx Crosby Could Still Be Traded Under One Condition

The star pass rusher may be on the move again if he plays well and shakes off injury concerns.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 5:27pm

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Despite a failed trade to the Baltimore Ravens, the Las Vegas Raiders could still move star pass rusher Maxx Crosby this season, according to NFL insider Albert Breer. Breer believes the Raiders would need to see Crosby perform well and move past his recent injury issues before considering a trade, in order to manage the team's owners and fanbase.

Why it matters

Crosby is a key part of the Raiders' defense, and his potential departure could have a significant impact on the team's performance and culture as they enter a new era under head coach Klint Kubiak. However, the Raiders may also see value in keeping Crosby to help establish a winning mentality, even if he's not part of their long-term plans.

The details

The Ravens backed out of a trade for Crosby due to concerns over a failed physical, sending the star pass rusher back to the Raiders. While Crosby has moved on and appears happy to remain in Las Vegas, Breer believes the Raiders could still trade him this season if he plays well and the injury concerns are alleviated, making it easier to manage the team's owners and fanbase.

  • The failed trade with the Ravens occurred in March 2026.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A star pass rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Baltimore Ravens

An NFL team that had previously agreed to a trade for Crosby before backing out due to concerns over a failed physical.

Albert Breer

An NFL insider for Sports Illustrated who believes the Raiders could still trade Crosby if he plays well and shakes off his injury concerns.

Klint Kubiak

The new head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, who could benefit from Crosby's presence in establishing a winning culture.

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What they’re saying

“If he's going to be traded, I think it's going to have to come after Maxx Crosby gets back on the field and plays really well, so people will forget about everything that just happened.”

— Albert Breer, NFL Insider

“That's not a bad place for the Raiders to be, either. When you look at where they are, it's like, 'OK, Maxx is going to help build a culture,' and they'll move forward as if he's part of the team.”

— Albert Breer, NFL Insider

What’s next

The Raiders will need to monitor Crosby's performance and health as the season progresses, and determine if trading him would be in the team's best interests.

The takeaway

The Raiders' handling of the Maxx Crosby situation will be closely watched, as they balance the potential benefits of keeping him to establish a winning culture versus the possibility of trading him for additional assets if he can prove his health and value on the field.