BALTIMORE, March 7, 2026 — The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to acquire five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders in a blockbuster trade for first-round picks in 2026 and 2027, reports the Associated Press and ESPN.
The move gives Baltimore one of the league’s premier pass rushers as free agency opens, with CBS Sports and Fox Sports noting the deal pairs Crosby with a Ravens defense aiming to push deeper into the playoffs.
Ravens pay steep price
The Ravens are sending two first-round picks to Las Vegas, a price ESPN and AP described as one of the largest hauls ever for a defensive player.
NBC News reported that the deal underscores how highly Baltimore values Crosby’s disruptive style after he posted double-digit sacks in recent seasons.
Raiders reset around draft capital
For the Raiders, the trade accelerates a reset by stockpiling high draft capital in the next two years, CBS Sports reported, while Fox Sports noted the move could reshape their approach to free agency and quarterback planning.
Las Vegas officials told AP the decision reflects a long-term roster strategy after the team missed the playoffs, even as Crosby remained a cornerstone on defense.
Immediate impact and expectations
Crosby’s arrival gives Baltimore another elite edge threat, with ESPN reporting the club expects him to anchor a pressure-heavy scheme alongside its existing front.
Analysts told NBC News the trade could shift AFC playoff odds, as Baltimore adds a proven star just before offseason workouts begin.
Crosby said he is eager to compete for a Super Bowl, a sentiment Fox Sports highlighted as Baltimore’s roster enters a win-now window.
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