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It’s safe to say the Green Bay Packers are a step behind in the NFC North after finishing third in their division. Yet, with how young their core is, the Packers could quickly take a leap forward in 2025, especially if general manager Brian Gutekunst finds a way to add impact players this offseason.
The Packers are in a good position to do just that, and it could happen on the trade market with a number of big names becoming available. Former Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett has already requested a trade, but he may not be the only award finalist who hits the trade block this offseason.
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Green Bay Packers could attract Maxx Crosby on trade market
The Green Bay Packers could very well end up as a top trade destination for Myles Garrett. Yet, they could always inquire about another top pass rusher from a team desperate to cash in assets for a quarterback upgrade this offseason, such as Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders.
The 27-year-old four-time Pro Bowler has always been loyal to the Raiders, but some around the league wonder if he’ll want a ticket out of town if Las Vegas can’t build a contender. Or, it’s possible the Raiders could use Crosby, their biggest trade chip, to land a quarterback they covet.
Recently, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport suggested Crosby’s desire to win and their need to land a quarterback could prompt the Raiders to consider trades for their former Defensive Player of the Year finalist.
“Crosby wants to win and be a big reason behind the success. While the hiring of Super Bowl winner Pete Carroll was a step toward stability, the Raiders still don’t have a franchise quarterback and have a ton of work to do to field a competitive roster. Trading Crosby for a bounty of picks would be one way to expedite that process, and Crosby might welcome the change, particularly if it’s to a playoff team where he knows people (e.g. Green Bay). Crosby has two years and about $44 million remaining on the contract extension he signed in 2022.”
Rapoport on Green Bay Packers/Maxx Crosby
Josh Jacobs went from Las Vegas to Green Bay and immediately helped the Packers return to the playoffs. Now, a year later, it’s possible Crosby could make a similar leap.
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