In the midst of the Maxx Crosby saga, Chicago Bears fans are buzzing with one big question: will Ryan Poles make a move for the star pass rusher?
After the Baltimore Ravens backed out of a trade for Crosby, the Las Vegas Raiders' standout could be back on the market. The Bears, with their ample assets, seemed like a logical contender from the start. However, it wasn't clear if Poles was truly interested, despite the swirling rumors.
Dianna Russini from The Athletic recently shed some light on the situation during her appearance on the Rich Eisen Show. She revealed that the Bears were indeed in the mix for Crosby, even consulting with the Raiders' medical team:
"Before teams were trading for Maxx Crosby, teams like the Bears ... they spoke to his doctor. They spoke to the Raiders' medical staff."
This confirms that Chicago was a serious contender for Crosby and might still be in the running. Poles did his homework, diving deep into Crosby's medical status. This effort should give fans optimism about a potential trade.
As the situation unfolds again, negotiating with Las Vegas might be trickier. The failed physical could lead teams to seek a discount, raising a few possibilities.
If there are genuine medical concerns, a discount seems reasonable. However, the Ravens' decision to sign Trey Hendrickson instead of completing the Crosby trade suggests they might have wanted to preserve their draft picks while securing a top pass rusher.
Whether the medical concerns were genuine or a strategic move remains uncertain. We'll only truly know once Crosby is back on the field, proving his prowess once more.