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Ravens Back Out of Trade for Raiders Star Defensive End Maxx Crosby
The deal fell through after Crosby failed his physical exam in Baltimore.
Published on Mar. 11, 2026
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The blockbuster trade that was supposed to send star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Baltimore Ravens has fallen through. The Ravens backed out of the deal after Crosby failed his physical exam, according to multiple reports. Crosby underwent knee surgery in January and was said to be ahead of schedule in his recovery, but the Ravens were not satisfied with his medical evaluation.
Why it matters
The collapse of this trade could have significant ripple effects across the NFL. The Ravens were hoping Crosby would provide a major boost to their defense, which struggled to generate consistent pass rush last season. His addition was expected to help Baltimore return to contention after an 8-9 campaign. Now, the Ravens will have to shift their offseason plans, while the Raiders must figure out what to do with Crosby going forward.
The details
The trade was agreed to last Friday and was set to send Crosby to the Ravens in exchange for two first-round draft picks. However, the deal could not be finalized until Wednesday, and Baltimore ultimately decided to back out after Crosby failed his physical exam. The 28-year-old Crosby underwent surgery in January to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, and while his agent said he is ahead of schedule in his recovery, the Ravens were not convinced.
- The trade was agreed to last Friday.
- Crosby underwent knee surgery in January.
- The deal was set to be finalized on Wednesday.
The players
Maxx Crosby
A 28-year-old star defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who has recorded double-digit sacks four times in his seven NFL seasons.
John Harbaugh
The former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, who was fired after 18 seasons with the team.
Jesse Minter
The new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, taking over for the departed John Harbaugh.
Lamar Jackson
The two-time MVP quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens who the team is hoping to sign to a contract extension.
John Spytek
The general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders, who has been aggressive in free agency this offseason.
What they’re saying
“Maxx continues to be on track in his recovery and if anything is ahead of schedule according to his surgeon.”
— CJ LaBoy, Maxx Crosby's agent (Social media)
What’s next
The Ravens will now have to shift their offseason plans after the Crosby trade fell through, and the Raiders must determine what to do with the star pass rusher going forward.
The takeaway
This failed trade highlights the risks and challenges involved in acquiring injured players, even ones as talented as Maxx Crosby. It also underscores the importance of thorough medical evaluations in the NFL, where a player's health can make or break a team's season.
