Andrew Buller-Russ
The Las Vegas Raiders already traded Maxx Crosby once. Some doubt that they’ll be able to do so again, especially not for the same price.
Yet, even if the Raiders can’t still recuperate two first-round picks for trading the five-time Pro Bowl pass-rusher, that doesn’t mean a deal isn’t off the table altogether.
According to ESPN’s NFL insider Jeremy Fowler, even though Crosby is committed to the Raiders, a trade is still possible, potentially closer to the 2026 NFL Draft.
Everybody seems like they’re in a good spot, but since they’ve already looked at trading, they’re open to that possibility, potentially, if the right offer would come,” Fowler said. “We’re looking at timelines here; now is gonna be a little slow, but you get closer to the draft, perhaps trade offers will heat up, or even maybe closer to the season. But right now, he’s a Raider, and that’s expected for at least a little while.”
Even after the failed physical, the Raiders should be able to fetch at least a first-round pick in exchange for Crosby. Yet, finding the right fits are more difficult after most teams have already committed their money to other players and filled their needs with other pass-rushers. Still, that doesn’t mean another contender can’t emerge later on.
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