The trade rumors swirling around Maxx Crosby have reached a fever pitch, and the situation with the Raiders is anything but straightforward. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport describes it as a “complicated situation,” and it seems like Crosby’s future with the Raiders is uncertain.
Adam Schefter weighed in, suggesting that the Raiders aren’t eager to trade Crosby unless they receive a blockbuster offer akin to what the Cowboys got for Micah Parsons. However, he’s skeptical that such an offer will materialize.
“Do I think they are getting two firsts and a player? No.
Do I think they want to trade him? No,” Schefter explained, emphasizing that any potential deal would likely require at least a first-round pick.
Looking back, the Packers’ trade for Parsons involved sending Kenny Clark and two first-round picks to the Cowboys, setting a high bar for what Crosby might fetch. But insiders like Jay Glazer and Rapoport believe Crosby’s value won’t match that of Parsons, partly due to age differences.
Rapoport noted that while a late first-round pick could be realistic, the Raiders might not find a replacement for Crosby’s impact on the field. Instead, they could use the trade capital to bolster other areas of the team. “You replace him with a player and then use the money to go get other good players and really build up the foundation of the team,” he explained.
However, any resolution might take time, as Crosby is recovering from a meniscus repair, which Rapoport suggests could delay trade possibilities until around the draft or even August. Adding another layer to the situation, the Raiders promoted Crosby’s position coach to defensive coordinator, further complicating the dynamics.
Crosby himself has downplayed the rumors, but insiders like Glazer, Schefter, and Rapoport hint that changes could be on the horizon. Hondo Carpenter from Sports Illustrated shared insights into Crosby’s frustrations, highlighting tensions within the Raiders’ organization, particularly around communication issues.
Carpenter mentioned the anger surrounding Crosby’s benching and suggested that if Crosby is traded, more details about the internal discord might emerge. He noted, “There was a lot of anger in the building not just from Maxx.”
As the saga unfolds, fans and analysts alike are left to wonder how this will impact the Raiders and Crosby’s career. The situation remains fluid, with many eyes on how the Raiders will navigate this challenging scenario.