Maxx Crosby trade details: Raiders star gets his wish as Las Vegas trades edge rusher to Ravens
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One of the best defensive ends in the NFL is officially on the move.
The Las Vegas Raiders have traded Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, per Ian Rapoport. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the league during the 2026 offseason, the Raiders decided to part ways with their franchise cornerstone and three-time All-Pro.
Crosby, renowned for his relentless motor and elite sack production, leaves a massive void in the Las Vegas defense that he led for seven seasons. For the Ravens, this acquisition signals an immediate "all-in" push for a Super Bowl, giving them a premier edge rusher in the prime of his career.
The trade ends an era in Las Vegas, marked by Crosby’s rise from a fourth-round underdog to the face of the organization. While the Raiders receive a significant haul of draft capital to fuel their rebuild under the current regime, the Ravens now secure a defensive anchor capable of changing the trajectory of their entire season.
Here are the complete details as the superstar edge rusher officially finds a new home.
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Maxx Crosby trade details
Ravens receive:
- Maxx Crosby
Raiders receive:
- 2026 1st-round pick (No. 14)
- 2027 1st-round pick
After months of speculation, Crosby's Raiders career has come to an end. He has been traded to the Ravens, pairing him with Nnamdi Madubuike and Travis Jones.
The Ravens had to give up quite the haul to get the All-Pro, sending two first-round picks to Las Vegas, who already has the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. With a presumptive quarterback in Fernando Mendoza, this gives the Raiders an opportunity to jumpstart their rebuild.
On the other side, it gives Crosby an opportunity to join a contender. The Ravens finished 8-9 in the 2025 season, but didn't have starting quarterback Lamar Jackson for much of the season. Baltimore will now likely be considered the favorites to win the AFC North in 2026 for the time being. This marks the first time in franchise history the Ravens have ever traded a first-round pick for a veteran player, per Jeff Zrebiec.
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Maxx Crosby age
Crosby is currently 28 years old.
He was born on August 22, 1997, and will turn 29 later this summer. Entering his age-29 season, he is widely considered to be in the absolute prime of his career.
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Maxx Crosby contract
Crosby is under a major contract extension with the Raiders that he signed on March 5, 2025. This deal solidified his status as one of the highest-paid defensive players in NFL history.
YearAgeBase SalaryCap HitCash Payout202528$32,500,000$38,291,250$33,190,000202629$30,000,000$35,791,250$30,782,000202730$29,000,000$29,782,000$29,782,000202831$26,500,000$27,282,000$27,282,000202932$27,430,000$28,212,000$28,212,000His 2027 base salary ($29M) is currently guaranteed for injury only but will vest to a full guarantee if he remains on the roster by the third day of the 2026 league year (March 2026).
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Maxx Crosby stats
Crosby has consistently been one of the most productive defensive players in the NFL since entering the league in 2019.
He leaves the Raiders as the franchise's third all-time leader in sacks.
YearTeamGPSoloAsstTotal TklSacksTFLFFPD2019OAK1636114710.016442020LV162019397.014012021LV173620568.013072022LV1758318912.522342023LV1755359014.523222024LV122817457.517052025LV1545287310.02826Total11027816143969.51331129MORE: The NFL's 1,000-1,000 club
Maxx Crosby awards
Crosby's primary accolades include five consecutive Pro Bowl selections (2021–2025) and two second-team All-Pro honors, reflecting his status as one of the league’s most feared edge rushers. Within the Raiders organization, he earned recognition by winning the Commitment to Excellence Award for five straight years, a feat unmatched in team history. He was also the Raiders’ nominee for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.
In early 2026, Crosby was once again a finalist for the AP Defensive Player of the Year award following his career-high 28 tackles for loss in the 2025 season.
Off the field, Crosby’s impact is centered on his personal journey of sobriety and community service. Through the Maxx Crosby Foundation, he has become a leading advocate for teen substance abuse intervention and youth health in Las Vegas.
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Maxx Crosby career earnings
Crosby's total career earnings from his NFL contracts with the Raiders are estimated to be approximately $96.5 million.
This total is a combination of his original rookie contract, a major extension in 2022, and his record-breaking contract extension signed in March 2025.
If Crosby plays through the remainder of his current contract, which runs through the 2029 season, his total career cash earnings are projected to reach approximately $212.5 million.