The NFL landscape was shaken on Tuesday after the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Las Vegas Raiders</a> officially announced that the Baltimore Ravens have backed out of their trade agreement for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maxx Crosby</a>. While a deal for two first-round picks was in place, the transaction reportedly collapsed during the physical. Now, Baltimore has a plan B: Trey Hendrickson.



This sudden turn of events leaves Crosby in a difficult position after <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/maxx-crosby-breaks-silence-with-emotional-message-to-raiders-following-trade-to-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">he had already posted an emotional farewell to Raider Nation</a>. The star pass rusher, who was ready to chase a Super Bowl in Baltimore, remains on the Raiders’ roster for now.



With the Crosby deal dead, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> have pivoted to other targets to bolster their defense. According to Jordan Schultz, a general manager told him that Baltimore will now keep an eye on former Bengals standout Trey Hendrickson, the top edge rusher available in free agency.



<h2>Trey Hendrickson won’t be easy to get</h2>



Now that the Ravens have reportedly backed off from acquiring Maxx Crosby due to a failed physical, they will surely pivot toward another elite pass rusher. The most logical target is Trey Hendrickson, yet he will be anything but an easy or “cheap” addition to the roster.



As of now, Hendrickson stands as the top available edge rusher on the open market after the Cincinnati Bengals declined to use the franchise tag on him. Because of his consistent production and the sudden scarcity of elite pass rushers—especially with Crosby no longer an option for trade partners—several teams are expected to enter a bidding war for his services.



Hendrickson currently holds all the leverage in negotiations. If the Ravens attempt to sign him, the veteran is expected to demand a lucrative long-term deal averaging north of $30 million per season. Baltimore’s front office must now decide if he is worth such a massive investment or if they should look for a more affordable veteran presence to bolster their defense for 2026.


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The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of the trade with the Las Vegas Raiders for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby">Maxx Crosby</a>. The reason? According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, because Crosby failed his physical exam with the Ravens. Crosby will enter the 2026 NFL season recovering from surgery on his left knee, and it seems that setback has now cost him his chance at a clean slate in Baltimore.



The news came as a shock to many who believed Crosby’s move to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a> was a done deal. However, as @MySportsUpdate noted on X, offseason trades aren’t official until March 11th at 4 PM ET. With hours to spare, the Ravens have now backed out of the deal. In an unexpected turn of events, the house has lost in Sin City.



As a result, Baltimore will get its first round picks back. The Ravens had initially agreed to exchange their first round selections in the 2026 (14th overall) and 2027 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Draft. Now, those are back in possession of GM Eric DeCosta and the front office in Charm City.



<h2>What does this mean for Crosby and the Raiders?</h2>



For Crosby, sadness doesn’t even begin to describe how he must feel right now. After calling to be traded for so long, when he finally got his wish fulfilled, he was treated to such a shocker. All signs indicate he won’t become twice shy after being bitten, though. As he returns to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders">Las Vegas</a>, his desire to be traded won’t go anywhere.



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However, that’s where trouble lies for the Raiders. Las Vegas was patting itself in the back after dealing Crosby out for two first round picks. Now, they have been sent back to square one. 


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Make no mistake, the market for Crosby will remain busy as he re-enters the sweepstakes, but the price will surely go down. Crosby’s failed physical in Baltimore only adds to the concern level around his health, as he recovers from surgery on his left knee meniscus. 



<h2>Ravens will look for help outside of Crosby</h2>



As for the Ravens, the failed physical brought up mixed feelings. On the one hand, they were excited for Crosby’s arrival, which was set to bolster their pass rush. Many fans had already ordered their Crosby jerseys, even.



On the other hand, they can breathe a sigh of relief, as they may have dodged a bullet. Hadn’t it been for the failed physical, Crosby’s health may have been overlooked and only discovered too late for Baltimore. 



Still, while both stances hold some truth, the Ravens must address the void left by Crosby’s absence, which puts the defensive line in a fragile spot. Thus, it’s no surprise Baltimore is back on the market, with reports hinting the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/ravens-may-already-have-plan-b-to-maxx-crosby-with-report-linking-baltimore-to-trey-hendrickson">Ravens already have a Plan B to Crosby, with links to Trey Hendrickson</a>. 



If trading for Crosby was a blunt warning from the Baltimore Ravens to the rest of the AFC North, poaching a star from a divisional rival would be no less of a threat ahead of the 2026 NFL season.


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> approach the 2026 offseason with a financial outlook that appears manageable on the surface. Early projections place the franchise with a little over $20 million in cap space, a figure that could shape how aggressively the team moves in the coming months.



Yet the raw number barely tells the whole story. Several of the team’s biggest contracts—most notably quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a>—are set to take up a large portion of the payroll, concentrating much of the cap into a handful of high-impact players.



With roster decisions, pending free agents and potential restructures looming, their financial picture could evolve quickly. What looks like moderate flexibility today may soon become a key factor in how they navigate one of the most important offseasons in recent years.



<h2>How much is the Ravens’ cap space in 2026?</h2>



The Baltimore Ravens are projected to have about $22 million&nbsp;to&nbsp;$36 million in available salary cap space, according to Ravens Wire. That figure reflects the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>’s offseason Top-51 rule, which counts the 51 highest cap hits on the roster when calculating a team’s available space.



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Their adjusted payroll sits at $291.9 to $322.7 million in total cap commitments, ranking around 17th in the NFL. While the available space gives them some room to operate, a large portion of the payroll is concentrated in high-value contracts.



Quarterback Lamar Jackson represents the most significant cap figure on the roster. His 2026 cap hit is projected to reach about $74.5 million, accounting for nearly a quarter of the team’s salary cap allocation. 



Several other core players also carry major cap charges, including linebacker Roquan Smith and defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, both of whom rank among the largest financial commitments on the roster.



Even so, the Ravens’ cap outlook remains flexible. Like most teams, they can create additional room through restructures, extensions or roster moves if needed. With free agency approaching and several key decisions ahead, the team’s cap situation in 2026 could shift quickly as the offseason unfolds.

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This is the timeline. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dallas Cowboys</a> had a generational pass-rusher in Micah Parsons. They traded him, and their defense went into oblivion. Now, they wanted to get another elite pass-rusher because they missed the one they had too much, but got outbid by the Baltimore Ravens for the services of Maxx Crosby.



Now, the Cowboys’ offer has been revealed by Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. He reported that Dallas offered a first, a second, and a player for the services of Crosby. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> ended up offering two first-rounders and the Raiders accepted that offer.



Once more, the Cowboys are the talk of the town for their weird tactics when it comes to making deals in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. Also, once more, they were the ones getting the short end of the stick, as they lost Parsons, and they missed out on Crosby. Hence, they are still in need of a top-tier pass-rusher.



<h2>Jerry Jones does the opposite of what a good GM operates</h2>



The last time the Cowboys won a Super Bowl was back in 1996. It’s been 30 years since then. After that, the Cowboys have been more relevant because of the bad moves from Jerry Jones rather than good results in the gridiron. No one would’ve traded away Micah Parsons, just to one year later seek —and also miss— his replacement. Both times, he lost because of a cheap approach. He didn’t want to pay Parsons, he didn’t want to offer enough for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Crosby</a>.



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Successful general managers in the NFL are usually aggressive and know when to keep a star player by paying him. Also, they know when to pull the trigger to go all in to bring a game-changer. Jones let the game-changer go, and didn’t pull the trigger for Crosby. Hence, his modus operandi is a recipe for disaster.


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<h2>Crosby was a great replacement for Parsons</h2>



Replacing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/micah-parsons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Micah Parsons</a> is borderline impossible due to his elite status as a pass-rusher. However, if there is one player that could’ve been the one to give the Cowboys a top-tier production again, that would’ve been Maxx Crosby.



Now, Crosby will get a plethora of sacks for the Ravens, while the Cowboys will likely continue to struggle with getting to the opposing quarterbacks. Hence, the fact remains, another tough season comes for Dallas, who look like an explosive offense, but an underwhelming defense.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a> will enter next season with a new head coach, but they still want the same arm that helped Lamar Jackson last season. That’s why they decided to give Tyler Huntley another opportunity, keeping him with the team for a couple more years.



The report came from Adam Schefter on X (@adamschefter): “Tyler ‘Snoop’ Huntley is signing a two-year deal worth up to $11 million to return to the Baltimore Ravens, per his agent Drew Rosenhaus.” The news did not come as much of a surprise, but it was widely expected following John Harbaugh’s departure.



Last season, Huntley had to step in for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Jackson</a> while he recovered, once again, from an injury. He appeared in five games, winning two of them. Huntley threw two touchdowns with no interceptions, finishing with a total of 462 passing yards.



<h2>Jackson will have all the help he needs</h2>



Not only will Jackson have Huntley for longer as his backup quarterback, but the team could also bring in another backup. It’s still unclear whether that will be Cooper Rush or another player. There has been no confirmation yet on whether Rush could return or be released, but at least one reliable arm is already secured.



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“Can confirm. Smart move. Huntley played well last year in leading Ravens to wins over Bears and Packers. In a league where demand for quality backup QBs far exceeds the supply, Huntley would probably have had a decent market,” Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic wrote about the backup’s extension.


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Huntley has spent five years in the Ravens’ system and has been there primarily to step in for Jackson when needed. However, if he is asked to take on a larger role during the upcoming season, he would likely do so if new head coach Jesse Minter calls on him.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maxx Crosby</a> has a clear message for the Baltimore Ravens. Speaking for the first time to his new fandom, he was adamant on not giving empty promises, but setting high expectations for the team.



Appearing on The Rush podcast, Crosby said, “I’m excited on attacking this head on like I do with everything else… I’m not gonna sit here and make a bunch of grand predictions or everything of that nature. I’m going there with one purpose and that’s to help this team get to where it needs to be, where everyone wants to go, and that’s winning the Super Bowl.”



The Crosby trade is a blockbuster one, the fact is that plenty of hype comes along with it. Crosby is arguably one of the best pass-rushers in football. Having that, paired to a top-tier attacking unit, is the recipe to get to a Super Bowl. Crosby has one big task to fill.



<h2>The Ravens defense needed Crosby bad</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore</a>‘s defense ranked 24th in total yards in 2025, 30th passing, and was the fourth-worst defense in sacks. The Ravens only had 30 sacks all year. Crosby alone had double digits sacks. Coming into this season, he is arguably the pass-rusher under most duress, given the expectations put in him.



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This will also help the secondary, that now will know quarterbacks will throw under more pressure. Hence, Crosby will bring a whole new level of impact to the team. Also, new head coach Jesse Minter is a defensive mastermind, which could make Crosby an even bigger player for the Ravens.


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<h2>How does the Ravens defensive line look for 2026?</h2>



Crosby will join the likes of Nnamdi Madubuike, Travis Jones, and Broderick Jones in the defensive line. Just behind them, an elite linebacker Roquan Smith. The potential on this unit is humongous.


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An era has ended for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Las Vegas Raiders</a>. After the AFC West team traded Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens, the star pass rusher posted a video with a farewell message to the club that welcomed him to the NFL.



On Friday, the NFL was stunned by the announcement of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maxx Crosby</a>‘s trade to the Ravens. A few hours later, the player himself confirmed the move, sending an emotional message to Raider Nation.



“Can’t believe that this is a real thing,” Crosby said in a video posted on X. “One thing I can say is that I gave you all everything I got. I have no regrets. I put everything into trying to win as a Raider. It’s tough, man. Jon Gruden gave me a lifetime opportunity to be a Raider. I feel like I let you all down.“



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<h2>Maxx Crosby wants to win a Super Bowl</h2>



Throughout the entire video, Maxx Crosby continuously repeats his desire to achieve success. “This organization wants to have a winner, just like myself,” Crosby added. “I played with a chip on my shoulder; I did everything in my power to try to bring a winner to the team.“



Unfortunately, Crosby was nowhere close to fighting for a Super Bowl during his seven-year tenure with the Raiders. The club last reached the playoffs in 2021, losing in the Wild Card round against the Cincinnati Bengals in Crosby’s only playoff appearance so far.


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Now, Crosby has a better chance of achieving the success he craves. The Ravens are regarded as a more stable organization than the Raiders, but their disappointing 2025 season—where they finished 8-9 and missed the playoffs—leaves some doubt as to whether the pass rusher will finally get the Super Bowl ring he so greatly desires.

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To succeed in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>, you must make blockbuster moves, and keep your quarterback happy. Well, the Baltimore Ravens already did the first part by trading for pass-rusher Maxx Crosby. Now, their focus is to keep Lamar Jackson happy, and not exactly by bringing him a new weapon.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> is the tenth-highest-paid quarterback in football and he’s been wanting to adjust his contract for months. Owner Steve Bisciotti wants a new deal for Lamar Jackson too, and he wants to do it before the league year begins to avoid a massive cap hit. Without an extension, Jackson’s cost jumps from $43.5 million to $74.5 million.



If no deal is reached, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> will likely restructure his contract to save money now, but that would only make his 2027 cap hit—the final year of his deal—even more expensive. Hence, the team would face massive problems to make deals.



<h2>Who are ahead of Lamar?</h2>



While there are some names that one can understand being ahead of Jackson, like Josh Allen or Joe Burrow, the fact is there are other names that are just outrageous. For instance, Brock Purdy, Jared Goff, and Tua Tagovailoa earning more than Jackson must really stink for the Ravens QB. This is the list of highest-paid QBs in the NFL according to Spotrac.



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Jackson has the leverage here. No one would want to lose a top-tier QB in the middle of his prime, and Jackson can look at that list and say “I have two MVPs, the other nine have one MVP combined.” How much of an adjustment will be done remains to be seen, but the clock is ticking.


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<h2>It’s deserved, but is it wise?</h2>



No one will deny Lamar Jackson should always be in the higher half of that list. However, is it wise? Notice, there is no <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Mahomes</a> there. Why? He prioritized winning more than getting paid. Mahomes has three rings already, the whole top 10 list has zero. In fact, only three of those have even played in a Super Bowl (Purdy, Goff, and Burrow).



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tom Brady</a> was never one of the highest-paid QBs. He earned his good money, but he wanted to keep team-friendly deals in place so the roster could be as good as possible to compete for Super Bowls. So, yes, Lamar is in his right to look for more money, but is it in his best interest regarding winning in the NFL? Remember, the Ravens just traded for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maxx Crosby</a>, so the pressure is on.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravenbs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> sent two first-round picks to the Las Vegas Raiders to acquire Maxx Crosby. The steep price was the main reason why Jerry Jones and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dallas Cowboys</a> did not pursue the defensive end, yet the NFC East team could still land a top-tier pass rusher for much less.



On Friday night, the entire NFL was shocked when news emerged that the Ravens had acquired Maxx Crosby in a blockbuster trade. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/maxx-crosbys-trade-to-the-ravens-puts-the-raiders-with-two-first-round-picks-in-2026-nfl-draft-what-are-the-other-teams-with-multiple-first-rounders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore sent its 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to the Raiders</a>, a price that reportedly kept several teams from entering the race for the elite pass rusher.



One of those teams was the Cowboys. Dallas was considered an NFC contender in the pursuit of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Crosby</a>, but ultimately backed away from the deal. However, the franchise could now target another top-tier pass rusher, and the cost would look very different.



<h2>Cowboys emerge as favorites to land Trey Hendrickson in free agency</h2>



After the Ravens reached an agreement with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Raiders</a> for Maxx Crosby, reports revealed that several teams had interest in the star defensive end. However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/ravens-beat-out-an-nfc-contender-with-an-intriguing-proposal-to-land-maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore was the only franchise willing to meet Las Vegas’ asking price</a> for the five-time Pro Bowler.



According to multiple reports, Dallas was among the teams strongly interested in Crosby. Following <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/micah-parsons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Micah Parsons</a>’ exit to the Green Bay Packers, the Cowboys were left without an elite pass rusher, but another top-tier quarterback hunter could soon be on the way.



A few days ago, it was revealed that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/bengals-not-franchise-tagging-trey-hendrickson-creates-exciting-opportunity-for-jerry-jones-cowboys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cincinnati Bengals will not place the franchise tag on Trey Hendrickson</a>, opening the door for the veteran defender to test free agency. With Crosby no longer available, rumors linking Hendrickson to Dallas have intensified.


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Hendrickson is set to become an unrestricted free agent. He endured a difficult 2025 NFL season, appearing in just seven games due to a severe core muscle and hip injury while recording four sacks.



Despite the setback, the four-time Pro Bowler is still viewed as a reliable pass rusher around the league. With the Cowboys unwilling to give up two first-round picks for Crosby, offering a lucrative contract to Hendrickson—without sacrificing any draft capital—could become the ideal scenario to strengthen the defense ahead of the 2026 season.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maxx Crosby</a> trade is giving too many storylines to follow. Not only do the Las Vegas Raiders got a haul in return, or made the Baltimore Ravens a ‘Super Bowl-or-bust‘ team, but it also broke a weird streak from the AFC North franchise.



According to Michael David Smith of NBC Sports, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> had never traded a first-round pick away. Now, by acquiring Maxx Crosby, they’ve traded two. The Ravens will send their 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to acquire one of the best pass rushers in the NFL.



The Ravens have been in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> since 1996. The fact that it took the franchise 30 years to trade a first-rounder is quite remarkable. With this, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Raiders</a> managed to do something no other franchise has done to the Ravens, and make it double, since two firsts were the price to pay for Maxx Crosby.



<h2>No more excuses for the Ravens</h2>



Since <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> arrived, Baltimore has been seen as a perennial Super Bowl contender, yet they haven’t been even close to get to one. Despite Jackson’s two MVP awards, and having lots of talented rosters, they haven’t been able to win anything. At first, they blamed injuries, now, they got rid of John Harbaugh, and hence, there are no more excuses for Baltimore.



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Baltimore thinks so highly of Crosby, that it paid a price that has never been paid before, and that also means the team is sending a message: Win now. If the Ravens don’t win now, they will have to wait until 2028 to use a first-round pick again. The pressure is really on.


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<h2>Is Maxx Crosby that much of a game-changer?</h2>



When thinking about pass-rushers in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>, the usual names that come to mind are Myles Garrett, TJ Watt, and Micah Parsons. However, one level below is Maxx Crosby, as well as Aidan Hutchinson. Hence, Crosby is arguably a top five pass-rusher in the NFL.



During his seven seasons, Crosby has had double-digit sacks in four of them. Also, he has never had fewer than seven. Crosby is also an iron man. He’s only missed seven games in his career, and played 86 consecutive games from 2019-2023. Also, it needs to be mentioned that the last two games he missed was because of the Raiders’ decision to shut him down, depite Crosby wanting to play.

Maxx Crosby’s trade from Raiders to Ravens broke infamous Baltimore streak

Maxx Crosby's trade from Raiders to Ravens broke infamous Baltimore streak - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> was sent into madness when it was reported that the Baltimore Ravens are going to trade for star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby. This would put the Las Vegas Raiders as one of the teams with two first-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, but they are not the only ones with that power.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Raiders</a> will now join the New York Jets, Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, and Kansas City Chiefs as the teams with multiple first-rounders. Now, the Raiders will have the first-overall pick and the Ravens’ 14th pick, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/raiders-trade-maxx-crosby-to-ravens-how-many-picks-does-las-vegas-now-have-in-the-2026-nfl-draft" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">as well as a plethora of other later-round selections</a>. 



As part of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Crosby</a> deal, the Raiders will also receive the Ravens first-pick from 2027. Hence, the Raiders rebuild is going to get fast-tracked in the next two years. Especially this year, as having two top 15 picks, including the first-overall is quite the haul to have.



<h2>The Chiefs could also do wonders</h2>



Kansas City has two first rounders (9th and 29th picks) as well. However, contrary to the Raiders, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chiefs</a> already have the quarterback in Patrick Mahomes, and the needs are less arbitrary. The Chiefs are going to bolster their offense. Plenty of mock drafts suggesting they will go for a wide receiver and a running back. 



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Names like Carnell Tate (regarded as one of the best WR in the NFL) and Jeremiyah Love (the best RB prospect in this class) are going to be players to watch on the Chiefs’ orbit. The Chiefs are trying to not let their dynasty die.


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<h2>The Cowboys are also quite intriguing</h2>



Dallas was interested in landing Maxx Crosby, but the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> were willing to offer more. Still, they have the 12th and 20th pick in the draft. They could perfectly use those to bolster the pass-rushing department. The Cowboys offense is stacked already, and their main liability last year was how poor the defense was.



Hence, after trading away Micah Parsons, and missing on Crosby, it’s likely they will go and get a heavy hitter in the EDGE position. Also, other reports state that the team could also weigh trading down to get more draft capital.

Maxx Crosby’s trade to the Ravens puts the Raiders with two first-round picks in 2026 NFL Draft: What are the other teams with multiple first rounders?

Maxx Crosby's trade to the Ravens puts the Raiders with two first-round picks in 2026 NFL Draft: What are the other teams with multiple first rounders? - Bolavip US

One of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a>’s biggest storylines of the past few days has finally reached its conclusion. Maxx Crosby, one of the league’s most impactful players who had expressed his desire to leave the Las Vegas Raiders, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/raiders-trade-maxx-crosby-to-ravens-how-many-picks-does-las-vegas-now-have-in-the-2026-nfl-draft">will officially join the Baltimore Ravens ahead of the upcoming season</a>.



Securing the five-time Pro Bowler was no easy task. Not only because of the compensation required, but also because several teams — some of them serious contenders — were looking to acquire the star defensive end’s services.



According to the insider Ian Rapoport, who reported the news on his X account, the Ravens gained a slight edge over their rivals with an intriguing proposal. One of the teams that also made a strong push to land <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby">Crosby</a> were the Dallas Cowboys, but the two first-round picks offered by Baltimore ultimately tipped the scales in its favor.



With this move, it’s clear the team now led by Jesse Minter has a single objective: reaching the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a>. Can Lamar Jackson, now with Maxx Crosby by his side, finally get them there?



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<h2>Ravens are looking to make a statement in the AFC</h2>



Last NFL season was disappointing for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a>, mostly because of how it ended. Losing the AFC North to the Pittsburgh Steelers is something they can’t afford to happen again, making it imperative to build a competitive roster for what lies ahead.


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Crosby is officially a Raven, and now the front office must continue to make smart moves to surround <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a> as effectively as possible. With the upcoming draft ahead (and no longer holding the No. 14 pick given to the Raiders) and the intent to expand their cap space, which other player will join the Raven Flock?



Wide receivers Romeo Doubs and Jalen Nailor, tight end Cade Otton, and cornerback Alontae Taylor are among the names rumored to potentially join, though nothing is confirmed. It will be a matter of watching how the offseason continues to unfold for this team.

Ravens beat out an NFC contender with an intriguing proposal to land Maxx Crosby

Ravens beat out an NFC contender with an intriguing proposal to land Maxx Crosby - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders">Las Vegas Raiders</a> finally achieved what they had been waiting for, completing the trade of Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens. In return, the Raiders received two first-round picks, one in 2026 and another in 2027. That move immediately raised a key question: How many picks do the Raiders have for the 2026 NFL Draft?



After fielding trade offers for some time, the Raiders agreed to trade Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens. This move positions the Raiders to finally embrace a serious rebuild. For years, they did not fully commit to that direction, but now they have the opportunity to bring in two blue-chip players for the future and also create financial flexibility for free agency.



The list of picks the Raiders currently hold is quite extensive and could allow the franchise to maximize its strategy in the upcoming draft years. The picks are the following for the 2026 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Draft:



<ul><li>Round 1, Pick 1</li><li>Round 1, Pick 14, via Baltimore Ravens</li><li>Round 2, Pick 36</li><li>Round 3, Pick 67</li><li>Round 4</li><li>Round 4, Jacksonville Jaguars via Minnesota Vikings</li><li>Round 4, Compensatory</li><li>Round 5, Compensatory</li><li>Round 6, Jacksonville Jaguars via New York Jets</li><li>Round 6</li><li>Round 7</li></ul>



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<h2>Crosby numbers</h2>



He started 104 games over the last seven seasons, recording 439 total tackles, 133 tackles for loss, 69.5 sacks, 11 forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries and 29 passes defended. As productive as his play was, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby">Crosby</a> grew frustrated with the Raiders’ inability to find stable quarterback play over the years.


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Crosby can now experience a major change in his career by joining Lamar Jackson in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore</a>. On the other side, the Raiders can also face a significant shift, as the franchise must consider several important aspects moving forward.



The NFL has not yet awarded compensatory picks for the 2026 NFL Draft, so picks after the third round do not yet have official numbers. The Raiders are projected to receive two compensatory picks as things currently stand. The Jakobi Meyers trade yielded two picks in 2026, one in Round 4 and one in Round 6.



The last time the Raiders had two first-round draft picks in a single draft was the 2020 NFL Draft. That year, the Raiders selected Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs with the No. 12 overall pick and Ohio State cornerback Damon Arnette with the No. 19 overall pick. Needless to say, the Raiders hope for more success drafting players this time around.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Lamar Jackson</a> is likely to lose a key weapon due to free agency during this NFL offseason. Now, said weapon has sent a message to all the teams regarding his expectations and what could be a deciding factor as he seeks a new team.



Tight end Isaiah Likely is pretty much gone from the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a>. After passing catches from Lamar Jackson but living under the shadow of veteran Mark Andrews, Likely wants the chance to shine.



Speaking to Jon Gruden, Likely said, “With my agent, what I told him was I just want to&nbsp;be able to blossom. The last couple years, I’ve had a great vet in Mark Andrews, where he taught me everything to be a star-caliber tight end to the point where it’s like now I just want to be on a team where I can get out there and help a quarterback, help a team be able to put as much points on the board as possible.”



<h2>Likely is very talented, but has been limited by Andrews</h2>



Many could argue that Likely is already better than Andrews, however, the veteran is held in very high regard by the Ravens. Likely had 27 catches for 307 yards and just one touchdown in 2025. In all fairness, it was a down year for all the Ravens’ roster. 



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Likely has some suitors already. Reports state that the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/washington-commanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Commanders</a> could be the frontrunners to land Likely. The Commanders had the always reliable Zach Ertz as tight end. However, Ertz suffered a gruesome knee injury that might end his playing career. Hence, Likely would be really tempting.


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<h2>The Commanders might be tempting for Likely</h2>



Likely wants the chance to blossom, the Commanders need a tight end. It has a very good chance of actually happening. The Commanders are likely to lose wideout Deebo Samuel, don’t have Ertz, and WR1 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/terry-mclaurin" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terry McLaurin</a> is aging and has suffered injuries in the last season. Hence, Likely would have the chance to actually become the best weapon on the roster.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jayden-daniels" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jayden Daniels</a> needs to bounce back from an under-par, injury-filled season too. Hence, having a reliable weapon in Likely would certainly give him plenty of motivation. Also, it would give him a massive red zone threat.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a> have made an intriguing addition to their coaching staff. With the AFC North franchise still chasing a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowl</a> alongside Lamar Jackson, the team has hired a new assistant whose unit ranked among the worst in the NFL in 2025.



The Ravens will look very different in 2026. Following John Harbaugh’s departure, Baltimore named Jessie Minter as head coach, and he has already begun assembling his staff for the upcoming season.



On Thursday, CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reported that the Ravens are hiring Keary Colbert as their new wide receivers coach. However, the move has not generated much excitement among fans due to his recent track record.



<h2>Keary Colbert coming off disappointing 2025 season with Broncos</h2>



Colbert became the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-broncos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Denver Broncos</a>’ wide receivers coach in 2023, marking his first NFL position after Sean Payton gave him the opportunity to make the leap to the professional level.



Unfortunately, his tenure did not unfold as hoped. While Denver’s wide receiver corps lacked elite star power, many believed the group underperformed relative to its talent. As a result, Colbert faced significant scrutiny.



In 2025, the Broncos’ receivers ranked among the league’s worst in dropped passes. Although players ultimately bear responsibility for execution on the field, the position coach inevitably shares in the criticism.


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Now in Baltimore, Colbert will inherit a receiving group that has also struggled to consistently meet expectations. The difference is that he will be working with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a>, whose passing accuracy has improved significantly in recent seasons. For the Ravens to take the next step, their receivers must become more reliable and eliminate costly mistakes.



<h2>Will the Ravens trade Zay Flowers?</h2>



Zay Flowers remains under the rookie contract he signed in 2023. However, rumors have surfaced suggesting that, after failing to establish himself as the clear No. 1 receiver the team envisioned, he could become a trade candidate this offseason.



While speculation continues, no concrete landing spots have emerged. Several teams around the league are in need of wide receiver help, and a fresh start could potentially allow Flowers to prove he can develop into the elite weapon many expected him to be.

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