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Raiders-Ravens Maxx Crosby trade falls through, leaving many questions
The collapse of the blockbuster deal has left the player, teams, and league officials seeking answers.
Published on Mar. 11, 2026
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The proposed trade of star pass rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Baltimore Ravens fell through on Tuesday night, with the Ravens backing out of the agreement. The collapse of the deal, which would have sent Crosby to Baltimore in exchange for two first-round picks, has left many in the NFL seeking answers about what happened and the implications for the teams and player involved.
Why it matters
The failed Crosby trade has created uncertainty around the player's future, the Raiders' salary cap situation, and the reliability of trade agreements in the NFL. It also impacts other teams that had adjusted their offseason plans based on the assumption Crosby would be traded to the Ravens.
The details
According to reports, the Ravens backed out of the trade after Crosby failed his physical, raising questions about the extent of his recent knee injury and whether the Raiders fully disclosed the details to Baltimore. The Raiders had already made several high-profile free agent signings, leading to speculation about how they would fit Crosby's $35.5 million annual salary under the cap if he remained on the team.
- On January 7, Crosby underwent a meniscus repair surgery.
- On March 11, the Raiders and Ravens agreed in principle to the trade.
- On March 14, the Ravens backed out of the trade agreement.
The players
Maxx Crosby
A 5-time Pro Bowl edge rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders who was set to be traded to the Baltimore Ravens before the deal fell through.
Las Vegas Raiders
The NFL team that agreed to trade Maxx Crosby to the Ravens, but was left with the star pass rusher still on their roster after the deal collapsed.
Baltimore Ravens
The NFL team that agreed to acquire Maxx Crosby from the Raiders in exchange for two first-round picks, but backed out of the trade after Crosby failed his physical.
What’s next
The Raiders and Crosby will need to determine if he will remain with the team or be traded elsewhere, while other teams that were interested in Crosby may look to re-engage in trade talks.
The takeaway
The collapse of the Maxx Crosby trade has created significant uncertainty and raised questions about transparency and trust in the NFL's trade process. It highlights the risks and challenges teams face when negotiating major deals involving injured players.
