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Ravens Cancel Maxx Crosby Trade, Sign Hendrickson for $120M

3/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Ravens canceled their trade for Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders, sending two first-round picks.
The decision followed concerns about Crosby's knee, with surgery in January.
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said he was gutted by the outcome.
The Ravens signed edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to a four-year deal worth up to $120 million.
The abrupt cancellation drew criticism that the Ravens acted unethically and could damage future negotiations.

History

Historical Context

The NFL faced ethical scrutiny in 2021, particularly regarding Deshaun Watson's situation with the Houston Texans, where he was accused of sexual misconduct. This controversy intensified when the Baltimore Ravens canceled a trade for Maxx Crosby due to injury concerns, highlighting the tension between player welfare and team interests. Such incidents risk undermining trust in player transactions and could reshape future trade dynamics.

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Story summary

The Ravens canceled their trade for Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders, sending two first-round picks.
The decision followed concerns about Crosby's knee, with surgery in January.
Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said he was gutted by the outcome.
The Ravens signed edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to a four-year deal worth up to $120 million.
The abrupt cancellation drew criticism that the Ravens acted unethically and could damage future negotiations.

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