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Raiders Trade Maxx Crosby, Begin Rebuild with 11 Draft Picks

3/7/2026

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Raiders Trade Crosby

The Las Vegas Raiders traded five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, launching a rebuild.
The trade grants the Raiders 11 draft picks and over $121 million in salary cap space for Mendoza.
General manager John Spytek says the Raiders must build a solid foundation for Mendoza.
The New York Jets are prepared for the draft, eyeing a quarterback and four top-50 picks.

Summary

Bears Acquire Bradbury

The Chicago Bears traded a 2027 fifth-round pick to acquire center Garrett Bradbury from the New England Patriots after Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman's retirement.
Bradbury started all 17 games for the New England Patriots last season, adding experience to the Bears' line.
Bradbury's 2026 cap hit is $4.7 million.
The Patriots plan to move Jared Wilson to center, creating a need for a new left guard before free agency.

History

Historical Context

The 1983 NFL Draft marked a pivotal shift in player trades, exemplified by the Baltimore Colts' controversial decision to trade quarterback John Elway to the Denver Broncos. This event set a precedent for strategic trades, influencing teams like the Los Angeles Raiders, who enhanced their rosters through trades. Today, the Las Vegas Raiders' trade of Maxx Crosby reflects this ongoing trend in franchise building.

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Raiders Trade Crosby

The Las Vegas Raiders traded five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, launching a rebuild.
The trade grants the Raiders 11 draft picks and over $121 million in salary cap space for Mendoza.
General manager John Spytek says the Raiders must build a solid foundation for Mendoza.
The New York Jets are prepared for the draft, eyeing a quarterback and four top-50 picks.

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