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Maxx Crosby's Trade Hopes Complicated by Injury Concerns

3/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders remains a trade candidate after a failed physical blocked a move to the Baltimore Ravens.
As the NFL draft nears, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler says the Raiders could trade him for the right offer.
Medical reports suggest Crosby may have more serious knee injuries, complicating his valuation.
Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks have shown interest, but the Raiders remain hesitant to accept lowball offers.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's 2011 collective bargaining agreement followed a contentious labor dispute that began in 2008, leading to a lockout in 2011. This agreement introduced a salary cap of $120 million per team, reshaping player movement and trade dynamics. The changes reflect ongoing negotiations, as seen in Maxx Crosby's potential trade, highlighting the balance between player health and strategic roster decisions in the league.

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Story summary

Maxx Crosby of the Las Vegas Raiders remains a trade candidate after a failed physical blocked a move to the Baltimore Ravens.
As the NFL draft nears, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler says the Raiders could trade him for the right offer.
Medical reports suggest Crosby may have more serious knee injuries, complicating his valuation.
Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks have shown interest, but the Raiders remain hesitant to accept lowball offers.

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