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Raiders Demand High Price for Maxx Crosby Trade
Bears unlikely to meet Las Vegas' asking price of two first-round picks and a premium player
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Speculation has been rampant about a potential trade involving star pass rusher Maxx Crosby and the Chicago Bears. However, the reported compensation the Raiders are seeking - two first-round picks and a premium player - would likely be a 'hard no' for the Bears, who would be wise to pass on such a steep price tag.
Why it matters
Crosby is one of the league's premier pass rushers and a potential future Hall of Famer, so it would take a blockbuster trade package to pry him away from the Raiders. The Bears are in need of defensive reinforcements, but giving up that much draft capital and a key player may be too high a price, especially with other holes to fill on the roster.
The details
According to reports, the Raiders are seeking at least two first-round picks and a premium player in any potential Crosby trade. This compensation package would be similar to what the Cowboys received from the Packers in their Micah Parsons trade. While Crosby is an elite talent, he is also three years older than Parsons, which is a significant factor. The Bears previously gave up a similar haul to acquire Khalil Mack in 2018, but Mack was younger at the time and had even better accolades than Crosby.
- Maxx Crosby is set to enter the 2026 NFL season at 29 years old.
- Micah Parsons, who the Packers traded for, will turn 27 in May 2026.
The players
Maxx Crosby
A five-time Pro Bowl defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who is considered one of the league's premier pass rushers and a potential future Hall of Famer.
Micah Parsons
The Dallas Cowboys' star linebacker who was traded to the Green Bay Packers in a blockbuster deal in August 2025.
Kenny Clark
A starting defensive tackle for the Green Bay Packers who was included in the Micah Parsons trade package.
Khalil Mack
A star pass rusher who the Chicago Bears acquired from the Oakland Raiders in 2018 in a trade that included two first-round picks.
DJ Moore
A wide receiver for the Chicago Bears who could potentially be included in a trade package for Maxx Crosby.
What they’re saying
“The Raiders want at least two 1st-round picks and a premium player in any potential Maxx Crosby trade package.”
— Adam Schefter, NFL Insider (ESPN)
What’s next
The Bears will have to decide if the reported asking price for Maxx Crosby is too steep, or if they are willing to part with the necessary draft capital and a key player to acquire the elite pass rusher.
The takeaway
While Maxx Crosby would be a game-changing addition for the Bears' defense, the reported compensation the Raiders are seeking - two first-round picks and a premium player - may be too high a price for Chicago to pay, especially given Crosby's age and the team's other roster needs.
