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Meant to be a Raider: Crosby breaks down failed trade

Maxx Crosby walked through the trade that almost sent him to Baltimore, the medical twist that killed it and his early-morning return to rehab in Henderson. He said he is meant to be a Raider.

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Mark Hebert
March 18, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby reacts during the second quarter against the New England Patriots on Oct. 15, 2023, at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nev. Crosby said on his podcast he thought he had been traded to the Ravens before the deal collapsed, adding, “I’m meant to be a Raider.” Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Maxx Crosby spent the weekend saying goodbye, then spent Wednesday explaining why he is still here. On The Rush podcast, the Raiders’ star pass rusher walked fans through the trade that almost sent him to Baltimore, the medical twist that killed it and the moment he decided the only move was forward.

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Dice City Sports editor Mark Hebert covers the Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Raiders, Athletics, and UNLV baseball and softball. He has 24 years of journalism experience, is also a senior reporter at Exhibit City News, and previously covered the Dallas Stars and Texas Rangers. Follow him on X or connect on LinkedIn.