The Baltimore Ravens have pulled out of trade discussions for the Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby. Rather than wallow in the situation, Crosby is making the most of his off-season to improve his shape and skills ahead of training camp.
Crosby disclosed his off-season plans to former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy, who reached out to him amidst the trade rumours. Upon hearing about Crosby’s plans, McCoy has plenty of firsthand experiences for Raiders and NFL fans.
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Ravens GM Reveals Failed Maxx Crosby Trade Due to Medical Exam in NFL Free Agency Buzz
Ravens GM Reveals Failed Maxx Crosby Trade Due to Medical Exam in NFL Free Agency Buzz (Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images)
The near-trade that could have sent Maxx Crosby from the Raiders to the Raiders was one of the biggest stories of the 2026 offseason. The deal fell through, raising questions about his future and health.
Reports claim the Ravens were prepared to offer their first-round picks this year and next to acquire Crosby. But the All-Pro edge rusher failed his physical four days after the plans went public. The Ravens went on to sign former Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson
McCoy recently spoke with Crosby and said that the failed trade probably made him more motivated than ever. Speaking on “Good Morning Football”, the former NFL star reported that Crosby sounded significantly confident about his physical preparations ahead of the 2016 season.
A social media platform posted a clip from the show with thecaption:
“Gerald McCoy says he spoke to Maxx Crosby and Maxx told him:
“I am going to be 200% by training camp, and the world is going to get the best version of 98.”
Gerald McCoy says he spoke to Maxx Crosby and Maxx told him:
"I am going to be 200% by training camp, and the world is going to get the best version of 98."
McCoy says the nixed Ravens deal “woke up a sleeping giant” for a hyper-motivated Crosby. pic.twitter.com/JdDHnJakIy
— Nick Walters (@nickwalt) March 13, 2026
McCoy says the nixed Ravens deal “woke up a sleeping giant” for a hyper-motivated Crosby.
Crosby’s purported injury will be a concern, but past health issues have not slowed him down. The Ravens’ decision to pull out of the blockbuster trade has added an extra boost to a player who wouldn’t need more motivation.
It’s yet unclear where Crosby will play next season. But chances are, he will want the Ravens on the schedule to show them that his health is just fine and that they made an error.