If Maxx Crosby really has played his last snap for the Raiders, buckle up - the trade market could be in for a shake-up, and the San Francisco 49ers might be right in the thick of it.
According to FOX Sports’ Jay Glazer, Crosby wasn’t thrilled with how things ended in Vegas. The Raiders held him out for the final games of the 2025 season, citing injury.
Crosby, for his part, acknowledged he was banged up - but also made it clear he felt healthy enough to keep playing. That disconnect may have opened the door for a potential split, and Glazer believes it’s more than just smoke: he thinks Crosby is done in silver and black.
Now, what would it take to land one of the league’s most relentless pass rushers? Glazer floated the idea that Crosby could command even more than what Dallas got for Micah Parsons - a haul that included two first-round picks and defensive lineman Kenny Clark.
That’s a steep price. But not everyone sees the market quite the same way.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport pushed back, suggesting a late first-rounder might be closer to reality, citing Parsons’ younger age as a key difference.
Regardless of the final price tag, the 49ers are a team to watch. They’ve got a clear need on the edge, and Crosby would be a massive addition.
Nick Bosa’s recovery from a torn ACL is still a major question mark heading into 2026. Even if Bosa returns to form, San Francisco needs more firepower up front.
They made that clear when they reportedly showed interest in Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson at the 2025 trade deadline.
So the interest is real. The need is real. And if Crosby is available, the Niners could be among the first to pick up the phone.
From the Raiders’ side, it’s not that they want to move on from Crosby - he’s a cornerstone player and a Pro Bowler who embodies their defensive identity. But if Crosby forces the issue and asks out, Las Vegas may not have much choice.
And if they’re going to trade him, it’s likely they’ll honor his preferences on destination. Super Bowl contenders would be at the top of that list, and after a 12-win season in what was supposed to be a transition year, San Francisco fits that bill.
Crosby’s motor, toughness, and production would be a dream fit in the 49ers’ front seven. Imagine pairing his relentless edge pressure with a healthy Bosa - that’s the kind of duo that keeps offensive coordinators up at night.
There’s still a lot to be sorted out - whether Crosby formally asks for a trade, what the Raiders would accept in return, and whether the Niners are ready to go all-in. But one thing’s for sure: if Maxx Crosby is truly on the move, the ripple effects could be felt across the entire league. And San Francisco might just be the team bold enough to make it happen.