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Ravens Cancel Crosby Trade, Sign Hendrickson for $112M

3/12/2026

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Summary

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The Baltimore Ravens canceled a trade for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby after Crosby failed his physical while recovering from knee surgery.
The Ravens had agreed to send two first-round picks for Crosby.
The Ravens signed Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million deal after the trade collapsed.
Eric DeCosta denied cold feet and said the Ravens aimed to pursue both Crosby and Hendrickson initially.

History

Historical Context

The Miami Dolphins traded star player Laremy Tunsil to the Houston Texans in August 2019 for two first-round picks, reflecting the high stakes of NFL trades. This trend continued with the Ravens' failed attempt to acquire Maxx Crosby, highlighting the complexities of player health and contract negotiations. Such trades significantly influence team strategies and player careers in the NFL.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens canceled a trade for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby after Crosby failed his physical while recovering from knee surgery.
The Ravens had agreed to send two first-round picks for Crosby.
The Ravens signed Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million deal after the trade collapsed.
Eric DeCosta denied cold feet and said the Ravens aimed to pursue both Crosby and Hendrickson initially.

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