Raiders trade DE Maxx Crosby to Ravens for two first-round draft picks

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, sources confirmed to ESPN The trade sends one of the NFL's premier pass rushers to a perennial contender and provides the Raiders with significant draft assets for the future

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Raiders received an "offer they couldn't refuse" for the face of their defense The deal marks the end of Crosby's seven-season tenure in Las Vegas, where he became a fan favorite and team leader In a message following the news, Crosby expressed gratitude towards the Raiders organization and made it clear he has "no ill will," adding that he "hopes to retire as a Raider when the time comes"

For the Ravens, the acquisition adds a significant talent to their defense. Crosby expressed excitement about the move, looking forward to joining a Ravens team with Super Bowl aspirations The trade provides the Raiders with first-round selections in the 2026 and 2027 NFL drafts, equipping them with valuable capital to shape their roster moving forward The deal is expected to become official at the start of the new league year.