Raiders GM Welcomes Back Maxx Crosby After Nixed Trade

John Spytek says the star defensive end was 'welcomed back' after the Ravens backed out of a deal to acquire him.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:36am

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Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek gave his first extended public comments since the Baltimore Ravens backed out of a trade to acquire star defensive end Maxx Crosby. Spytek said Crosby was 'welcomed back' and that 'things have a way of going a certain way and working out the way they're supposed to.' The trade was nixed after the Ravens met with Crosby and evaluated his medical imaging following a knee procedure in January.

Why it matters

Crosby is a key player for the Raiders, and his potential departure would have been a major blow to the team. The fact that he is staying in Las Vegas is good news for the Raiders as they look to rebuild from a 3-14 season.

The details

Spytek had agreed to trade Crosby to the Ravens for two first-round picks, but the deal was rescinded after the Ravens met with Crosby and evaluated his medical imaging. Crosby underwent a procedure to repair the meniscus in his left knee in January, which was known to the Ravens at the time of the trade. After being sent home from Baltimore, Crosby was back in the Raiders' facility rehabbing the next morning.

  • In January, Crosby underwent a procedure to repair the meniscus in his left knee.
  • In early March, the Ravens agreed to acquire Crosby in a trade.
  • Several days after the trade was announced, the Ravens rescinded the offer.

The players

John Spytek

The general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders.

Maxx Crosby

A star defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Baltimore Ravens

The NFL team that had agreed to acquire Maxx Crosby in a trade before backing out of the deal.

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What they’re saying

“Things have a way of going a certain way and working out the way they're supposed to. We welcomed him like he never left because he really never did.”

— John Spytek, General Manager, Las Vegas Raiders

“It's exciting to see him work hard and attack the rehab like we've known. I know he's going to be back ready to rock in August and have many good years ahead of him still.”

— John Spytek, General Manager, Las Vegas Raiders

The takeaway

The Raiders' decision to keep Maxx Crosby is a significant move as they look to rebuild their team. Crosby is a key player, and his presence will be crucial as the Raiders try to turn things around after a difficult 3-14 season.