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Cowboys Reportedly Eyeing Maxx Crosby as Micah Parsons Replacement
The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly interested in trading for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby as a potential replacement for Micah Parsons.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly considering a bold trade move to acquire star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders as a potential replacement for Micah Parsons, who the Cowboys traded away last offseason. Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowler, would provide a dominant presence on the Cowboys' defensive line alongside Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark.
Why it matters
The Cowboys' defense struggled mightily in 2025, giving up the most points and passing yards in the league. Acquiring a player of Crosby's caliber could help shore up their defensive issues and make them a more formidable team in the NFC.
The details
Crosby, 28, is coming off a season where he recorded 73 tackles, 28 tackles for loss, 20 quarterback hits, and 10 sacks. He recently signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension with the Raiders, but the Cowboys could potentially use some of the assets they acquired in the Micah Parsons trade to land Crosby.
- In 2025, the Cowboys gave up the most points and passing yards in the NFL.
- Last offseason, the Cowboys traded Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for Kenny Clark and two first-round picks.
The players
Maxx Crosby
A five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders who is expected to generate significant trade interest around the NFL.
Micah Parsons
A former star defensive end for the Cowboys who was traded to the Green Bay Packers last offseason after contract negotiations broke down.
Quinnen Williams
A defensive tackle for the Cowboys who would form a formidable defensive line with Crosby and Kenny Clark.
Kenny Clark
A defensive tackle acquired by the Cowboys in the Micah Parsons trade who would also be part of a strong defensive line with Crosby and Williams.
What’s next
The Cowboys will need to determine if they have the necessary assets to acquire Crosby from the Raiders, who is expected to generate significant trade interest around the league.
The takeaway
The Cowboys' defense was a major weakness in 2025, and acquiring a dominant pass rusher like Maxx Crosby could be a game-changing move to help shore up their defensive issues and make them a more formidable team in the NFC.
