Raiders-Ravens Trade for Maxx Crosby Falls Through Over Medical Concerns

The high-profile deal was canceled after issues arose during Crosby's physical exam, leaving both teams to reevaluate their offseason plans.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:50pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented football field, with overlapping planes of muted earth tones and flashes of team colors, representing the intricate dynamics and potential pitfalls of an NFL trade negotiation.The collapse of the Maxx Crosby trade deal between the Raiders and Ravens exposes the complex medical and financial factors that can derail high-profile NFL transactions.Las Vegas Today

The proposed trade that would have sent five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for two first-round picks has fallen through due to medical concerns that arose during Crosby's physical examination. The collapse of the deal has significant implications for both teams as they navigate the fallout from the failed transaction.

Why it matters

The cancellation of the Crosby trade is a major setback for the Ravens, who were hoping to bolster their pass rush and make a Super Bowl push. For the Raiders, the trade's failure complicates their offseason plans, as they had been counting on the additional cap space to sign free agents. The medical issues that scuttled the deal also raise questions about Crosby's long-term health and could impact his future with the Raiders.

The details

The Ravens had agreed to send two first-round picks to the Raiders in exchange for Crosby, a move that would have been a significant coup for Baltimore. However, concerns about Crosby's health, potentially related to a recent knee surgery, emerged during the player's physical examination. The specific nature of the medical issues remains unclear, but they were serious enough for the Ravens to back out of the trade. This is not the first time the Ravens have canceled a deal due to medical concerns, as they have a reputation for being cautious in this regard.

  • The trade was proposed and agreed to in early April 2026.
  • Crosby's physical examination, which led to the trade's cancellation, took place in mid-April 2026, just two months after his knee surgery.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders who was the centerpiece of the proposed trade with the Baltimore Ravens.

Las Vegas Raiders

The NFL team that had agreed to trade Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for two first-round picks.

Baltimore Ravens

The NFL team that had agreed to acquire Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for two first-round picks, but ultimately backed out of the deal due to medical concerns.

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What they’re saying

“We must be extremely diligent when it comes to the health of our players, especially in high-stakes trades like this one. The medical evaluation is a critical part of the process, and we have to make decisions that are in the best interest of the team and the player.”

— Eric DeCosta, General Manager, Baltimore Ravens

What’s next

The Ravens may now pivot to signing free agent Trey Hendrickson or targeting an edge rusher in the upcoming NFL Draft, while the Raiders will need to reevaluate their trade strategy and consider alternative options for Crosby.

The takeaway

This failed trade highlights the importance of thorough medical evaluations in high-profile NFL transactions, as well as the potential ripple effects that can occur when a deal falls through. Both the Raiders and Ravens will need to adjust their offseason plans as they navigate the aftermath of this collapsed trade.