The Baltimore Ravens recently decided to pull the plug on their trade for Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders after reviewing his physicals. General Manager Eric DeCosta, the man at the center of this decision, expressed his disappointment, stating, “Nobody is more upset by this than me. I’m gutted by it.”
DeCosta emphasized his duty to prioritize the team's best interests, amidst swirling rumors about the reasons behind the trade's cancellation and their subsequent signing of Trey Hendrickson.
Details about the Ravens' decision emerged when Crosby came to Baltimore for a physical. According to Dianna Russini, speaking on The Dan Patrick Show, the atmosphere was tense, hinting that something was amiss. Ravens’ doctors, along with several independent experts, reviewed Crosby's MRI and collectively concluded that proceeding with the trade was too risky due to concerns about his knee.
Russini suggested there was some questionable behavior on the Ravens' part, as other teams were reportedly aware of Crosby's knee status. Speculation arose that the Ravens might have shifted gears upon realizing Hendrickson was available at a lower cost. DeCosta later clarified that the intention was to have both Crosby and Hendrickson on the roster, with Hendrickson expecting to play alongside Crosby.
Currently, Crosby's trade prospects remain uncertain, and there's skepticism about whether any team would engage in trade talks with the Ravens given the recent developments.