The Philadelphia Eagles were in the mix to snag Maxx Crosby this offseason, but it seemed like the Baltimore Ravens had beaten them to the punch. The Ravens had reportedly agreed to send two first-round picks to the Las Vegas Raiders for the star defender.
However, in a surprising twist, the Raiders announced on Tuesday that Baltimore pulled out of the trade. This unexpected development means Crosby is still up for grabs, keeping the door open for Philadelphia.
This shake-up serves as a reminder that in the NFL, nothing is set in stone until the new league year kicks off on March 11, with all trades hinging on player physicals. The Ravens backed out due to medical concerns, but what's a deal-breaker for one team might not be for another. While Baltimore had reservations, the Eagles might still see Crosby as a valuable addition.
Maxx Crosby remains with the Raiders for now, but it's clear both he and the team are ready to part ways. The Raiders have already made significant financial commitments in free agency, banking on not having Crosby's salary on their books. To finalize these moves, they need to clear Crosby from their roster by Wednesday, 4:00 pm ET.
This scenario plays right into the Eagles' hands, offering them another shot at Crosby, potentially at a discount. With whispers of health concerns and the Raiders' urgency to move him, the price tag could be lower than the original two first-round picks. Eagles’ GM Howie Roseman should be dialing up the Raiders to explore this opportunity.
Bringing Crosby to Philadelphia would elevate their defense significantly, especially with Jaelan Phillips heading to the Carolina Panthers. If the Eagles are eyeing another Super Bowl run, capitalizing on this unexpected second chance could be crucial.