The NFL’s new league year begins in less than 24 hours. Teams have spent the legal tampering window negotiating deals and finalizing last-minute trades.
One trade reported last week involved the Las Vegas Raiders sending star pass rusher Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens. The agreement would have given the Raiders multiple draft picks, including two first-round selections.
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In a stunning turn of events, new reports indicate the Ravens have backed out of the agreement. The trade was never made official and could not be finalized until the start of the new league year.
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The move marks an unusual development for the Ravens. While the deal was not technically official, backing out of an agreement of this magnitude raises eyebrows around the league.
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Ravens backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade. pic.twitter.com/N0Wy1m3WTZ
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 10, 2026
The Raiders released a brief statement but declined further comment at this time. More details will likely emerge in the coming days.
Trust plays a major role in these types of transactions across the NFL. Teams often treat agreements during this period as “handshake” deals until they can officially finalize them.
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Walking away from a deal like this will likely require a clear explanation for everyone involved. The decision could strain trust between the Ravens and Raiders front offices and will almost certainly frustrate fans.
Dec 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) on the field after loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Raiders fans had looked forward to their team adding valuable draft capital, while Ravens fans hoped Crosby would finally solve the team’s pass-rush problems. Now both fan bases are left wondering what went wrong.
Speculation will grow immensely until the Ravens provide a definitive explanation for why they backed out of the deal.
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