Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Shuts Down Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors

Dallas made offers for the Raiders star pass rusher but couldn't reach a deal.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:18pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the explosive motion of a football player rushing the passer, with sharp planes of color and form capturing the raw energy of the game.The Cowboys' pursuit of Raiders star Maxx Crosby reveals the team's strategic shift toward a younger, more sustainable defensive core.Dallas Today

The Dallas Cowboys made a push to trade for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby before the start of the new NFL league year, but were ultimately unable to reach an agreement. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has now provided clarity on the team's pursuit of Crosby, essentially shutting down any dreams of the team revisiting a trade for the two-time All-Pro.

Why it matters

Crosby is one of the league's premier pass rushers, and adding him would have significantly bolstered the Cowboys' defense. However, Dallas was unwilling to part with the high draft capital the Raiders were seeking in a trade, prioritizing a younger roster build under new defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

The details

The Cowboys offered a package including the 12th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and a 2027 second-rounder, but it wasn't enough to beat out the Ravens' two first-round picks. Ultimately, the trade to Baltimore fell through due to a failed physical. Jones has now made it clear the team is unlikely to revisit a Crosby trade, despite the clear need for pass rushing help.

  • In March 2026, the Cowboys made trade offers for Maxx Crosby prior to the start of the new league year.
  • In late March 2026, the Raiders traded Crosby to the Ravens, but the deal fell apart due to a failed physical.

The players

Maxx Crosby

A two-time All-Pro pass rusher for the Las Vegas Raiders who was the subject of trade talks with the Dallas Cowboys.

Jerry Jones

The owner and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, who provided clarity on the team's pursuit of Maxx Crosby.

Christian Parker

The new defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, who is overseeing the team's efforts to get younger on that side of the ball.

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What they’re saying

“I don't anticipate revisiting that situation. Is it possible? Yes.”

— Jerry Jones, Owner and General Manager, Dallas Cowboys

What’s next

The Cowboys will likely look to address their pass rushing needs in the upcoming NFL Draft, where they hold two first-round picks.

The takeaway

While adding a talent like Maxx Crosby would have been a major boost for the Cowboys' defense, the team appears unwilling to part with the high draft capital required to acquire him. Dallas is instead focused on a younger roster build under their new defensive coordinator.