The Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly open to trading their star edge rusher, Maxx Crosby, but it won't come cheap. According to insider reports, the Raiders are seeking a hefty package: two first-round picks and a player in return for Crosby.
This asking price mirrors what the Dallas Cowboys received for Micah Parsons. While Parsons is younger and considered one of the NFL's elite, the market for Crosby could drive up his value to similar levels if enough teams show interest.
The Cowboys might be one of those interested teams. After trading Parsons, they've struggled to replace his sack production and are in dire need of a top-tier edge rusher to bolster their defense for the 2026 season. Rumors suggest Dallas previously inquired about Crosby at last year’s trade deadline.
The Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills could also be in the mix. The Eagles face uncertainty with Jaelan Phillips, a pending free agent, and might need additional defensive firepower regardless of his decision.
Meanwhile, the Bills are likely to part ways with Joey Bosa in free agency, creating a need opposite Greg Rousseau, especially with A.J. Epenesa also hitting free agency.
All three teams have the draft capital to make a deal happen. The Cowboys, in particular, have three first-round picks over the next two drafts.
However, Dallas faces a significant financial hurdle, being $55 million over the salary cap. The Bills also have cap challenges, sitting $3.8 million over, but have more flexibility than Dallas.
The Eagles, on the other hand, are in the best financial position with $18.1 million in cap space, making them well-placed to absorb Crosby's contract without major roadblocks.