The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to trade star defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for two first-round draft picks, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. The blockbuster move was confirmed on March 6, 2026, sending one of the NFL's most productive pass rushers to the AFC North.
The trade comes almost exactly one year after Crosby solidified his future in Las Vegas by signing a three-year, $106.5 million contract extension on March 5, 2025. Despite that long-term commitment, the Raiders have opted to move the veteran defender for a significant haul of future assets. The deal provides the Raiders with two premium selections to aid in their roster building, while Baltimore secures an elite talent for their defensive front.
Maxx Crosby has been a cornerstone for the Raiders since being drafted in 2019, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections and establishing himself as a premier edge rusher. His arrival in Baltimore is expected to provide an immediate boost to a Ravens defense that consistently ranks among the league's best. The specific years of the first-round picks involved in the transaction have not yet been disclosed.
The move represents a significant shift in strategy for the Raiders organization, moving on from their defensive leader just one year into his major contract extension. For the Ravens, the acquisition signals an aggressive push to bolster their roster for the 2026 season and beyond.
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