Las Vegas Raiders Trade Maxx Crosby to Baltimore Ravens for First-Round Picks

The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed to trade star defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in a blockbuster deal just days before the start of NFL free agency. According to league reports, Baltimore will send two first-round draft picks to Las Vegas in exchange for the five-time Pro Bowler.

The deal includes the Ravens’ No. 14 overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft and their first-round pick in 2027. The trade is contingent on Crosby passing a physical and cannot become official until the NFL’s new league year begins Wednesday, when free agency activity formally starts.

Maxx Crosby’s Performance with the Raiders

Maxx Crosby recorded 10 sacks and 45 solo tackles in 15 games last season. It marked the fourth time in seven seasons he has reached double-digit sacks. Over his career, Crosby has totaled 69.5 sacks and 133 tackles.

The Baltimore Ravens’ decision to part with two first-round picks reflects the urgency surrounding the team after a disappointing 8–9 season. The Ravens are led by All-Pro quarterback Lamar Jackson and are viewed as operating in a win-now window. The trade also comes as the team begins working under new head coach Jesse Minter, who is expected to rely heavily on a strong pass rush within his defensive system.

End of Maxx Crosby’s Era with the Raiders

Crosby became the face of the Raiders franchise after being selected in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft, when the team was still based in Oakland. He quickly developed into one of the league’s top defensive players and earned five Pro Bowl selections.

Despite his individual success, the Raiders struggled as a team during Crosby’s tenure. The franchise made only one playoff appearance during its seven seasons and has cycled through multiple head coaches. The team finished 3–14 in the 2025 season and will hold the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft.

Las Vegas Raiders Begin Rebuild Under Klint Kubiak

The trade signals a possible rebuild for the Raiders as the franchise moves forward under new head coach Klint Kubiak. The team already holds the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and is expected to target quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

Crosby had signed a three-year, $106.5 million contract extension last March. The structure of the deal allowed the Raiders to trade him with only a $5.1 million salary-cap charge. He still has four years and $115.8 million remaining on the contract, which runs through the 2029 season.

Las Vegas general manager John Spytek had previously indicated he expected Crosby to remain with the team, calling him “an elite player” and emphasizing their strong relationship. However, he also acknowledged the organization would consider potential offers.