NFL star Maxx Crosby starred in a shocking situation on Tuesday, when the Baltimore Ravens decided they would not proceed with the trade involving the five-time Pro Bowler. After agreeing to send two first-rounders to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for Crosby on Friday, things went south.
Several reports indicated that Crosby failed his physical test, resulting in this shocking decision. Many around the league questioned the Ravens and speculated about the real reason behind the move. Meanwhile, Baltimore’s front office turned its attention to Trey Hendrickson, who joined them on a four-year, $112 million deal.
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Wednesday morning, Crosby shared his first message since the failed trade. The veteran defensive end commemorated his sixth year sober. He added a telling message.
“3/11/20. 6 Years Sober. God Doesn’t Make Mistakes,” he tweeted.
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3/11/20.
6 Years Sober.
God Doesn’t Make Mistakes. 🦅💎
— Maxx Crosby (@CrosbyMaxx) March 11, 2026
Maxx Crosby played 15 games in 2025, recording 73 tackles, 10 sacks, two forced fumbles and one interception for 19 yards. At 28, he is younger than Trey Hendrickson. However, his injury history became a source of concern in the last two years.
Many thought the Ravens would be back in contention with Crosby on the roster, but after a rough legal tampering period, they might not be as strong.
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Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby stretches during warmups prior to the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Multiple people around the league raised their eyebrows upon learning that the Ravens backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade. According to reporter Jane Slater, one general manager wondered if there was something else that the Ravens saw in Crosby’s rehab process.
“He was never gonna ‘pass’ a physical …based on where he is in recovery. Something else had to lead to the decision. Do they think he is too far behind in rehab? Don’t like the images of recovery? ..or something else potentially,” Slater wrote.
Talking to other GMs around the league on the Maxx Crosby situation and his post meniscus recovery in generalities.
One had this to say:
“He was never gonna ‘pass’ a physical …based on where he is in recovery. Something else had to lead to the decision. Do they think he is…
— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) March 11, 2026
The Raiders now face a big issue. They are open to keeping Crosby on the roster, but their free agency plans could undergo major changes.
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