What are the implications of Maxx Crosby’s potential trade from the Las Vegas Raiders? Currently, Crosby is on the Raiders’ roster, but recent developments have raised questions about his future with the team.
Despite being nearly traded to the Baltimore Ravens, the deal fell through due to concerns regarding Crosby’s physical condition. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell has predicted that Crosby could be traded to the Philadelphia Eagles, which would involve a significant exchange.
The proposed trade would send Crosby to the Eagles in exchange for Nolan Smith Jr., the No. 23 overall pick in the 2026 draft, and a 2027 third-round pick. This speculation comes as Crosby had an impressive season last year, totaling 53 pressures, 31 hurries, and 10 sacks across just 10 games.
Crosby, who turns 29 in August 2026, has expressed a desire to remain with the Raiders following the failed trade to the Ravens. He stated that he wants to move forward with the only professional organization he has ever known.
Financial considerations play a crucial role in this potential trade. As Barnwell notes, “The issue is money,” indicating that the Eagles are already spending $219 million on their offense and over $86 million on their defense this season.
While the Raiders may not receive the same level of compensation they were set to get from Baltimore, Barnwell believes that the proposed return from the Eagles would still be reasonable. He remarked, “It would certainly be flashy for the Eagles to get Crosby, and it’d be clearly more immediate impact than anyone they could land with the No. 23 pick.”
Details remain unconfirmed regarding whether Crosby will be traded before the 2026 NFL draft. The financial implications of acquiring him for the Eagles also remain uncertain, complicating the situation further.
