Raiders' Maxx Crosby Reconnects with QB Kirk Cousins

Pass rusher returns to Las Vegas after failed trade to Baltimore Ravens

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:31pm

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Maxx Crosby, the star defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders, had previously requested a trade away from the franchise. However, a deal to send him to the Baltimore Ravens fell through when their medical staff raised concerns during Crosby's physical. With no trade materializing, Crosby has returned to the Raiders and recently reconnected with quarterback Kirk Cousins, describing their conversation as 'dope' and saying Cousins 'fired me up'.

Why it matters

Crosby's desire to leave the Raiders had created uncertainty around the team's defensive core. His return and renewed connection with the team's starting QB could help stabilize the locker room and provide a boost as the Raiders look to build on their recent success.

The details

Crosby had been seeking a trade away from the Raiders, but a deal with the Ravens fell through when their medical staff raised concerns about his physical condition during the evaluation process. With no other trade materializing, Crosby has returned to the Raiders and recently had what he described as a 'great conversation' with quarterback Kirk Cousins, saying Cousins 'was awesome' and 'definitely fired me up'.

  • Crosby had previously requested a trade from the Raiders.
  • A trade to the Baltimore Ravens collapsed in April 2026 due to medical concerns.

The players

Maxx Crosby

The star defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who had previously requested a trade away from the franchise.

Kirk Cousins

The starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders who recently reconnected with Crosby in a 'dope' conversation that 'fired up' the pass rusher.

Baltimore Ravens

The NFL team that had agreed to a trade for Crosby, but the deal fell through when their medical staff raised concerns during his physical.

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What they’re saying

“Ran into Kirko Bangs. It was dope we had a great conversation, he was awesome definitely fired me up.”

— Maxx Crosby, Raiders Defensive End

What’s next

The Raiders will look to integrate Crosby back into the team and build on the positive momentum from his reconnection with Cousins as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season.

The takeaway

Crosby's desire to leave the Raiders had created uncertainty, but his return and renewed connection with the team's starting QB could help stabilize the locker room and provide a boost as the Raiders look to build on their recent success.