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Ravens Trade for Maxx Crosby Falls Through; Sign Hendrickson Instead

3/12/2026

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Summary

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The Baltimore Ravens backed out of a trade for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby after he failed a physical.
The Ravens had agreed to send two first-round picks for Crosby.
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said he was gutted by the outcome.
Crosby posted, "I'm a Raider. I’m back," after the trade collapsed.
The Ravens signed Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million deal.

History

Historical Context

The 2021 NFL trade deadline saw significant moves, including the Los Angeles Rams acquiring quarterback Matthew Stafford from the Detroit Lions for two first-round picks. This reflects a trend of aggressive trades for star players, as teams like the Ravens also sought top talent, highlighting the competitive landscape of the league and prompting teams to reevaluate their acquisition strategies in a changing market.

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Story summary

The Baltimore Ravens backed out of a trade for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby after he failed a physical.
The Ravens had agreed to send two first-round picks for Crosby.
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said he was gutted by the outcome.
Crosby posted, "I'm a Raider. I’m back," after the trade collapsed.
The Ravens signed Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million deal.

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