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Settled on March 26, 2026
Will Maxx Crosby play for Baltimore Ravens next?
Will Maxx Crosby play for Baltimore Ravens next? Odds: 5.3% YES on Polymarket. See live prices and trade this market.
The market gives less than one-in-ten odds that star Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby will join the Baltimore Ravens, reflecting widespread skepticism about a trade materializing despite persistent rumors linking him to contending teams. This matters because Crosby represents one of the NFL’s premier pass rushers still in his prime, and any movement would significantly reshape both the Raiders’ rebuilding timeline and the Ravens’ Super Bowl window.
Current Odds
| Platform | Yes | No | Volume | Trade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polymarket | 8.5% | 91.5% | $10K | Trade on Polymarket |
Market Analysis
The bull case centers on Las Vegas entering a full organizational reset under new ownership and management, with the team sitting at the bottom of the AFC West and potentially willing to extract maximum draft capital for their best assets before the 2025 NFL Draft on April 24-26. Baltimore has consistently sought elite edge rushers to pair with their defensive scheme, possesses the draft capital to make a compelling offer, and could view Crosby as the missing piece for a championship run in 2025 or 2026. The Raiders’ willingness to trade away star players like Davante Adams and Khalil Mack in previous regimes establishes organizational precedent. Key catalysts include the NFL Combine in late February, free agency opening March 12, and the October 2025 trade deadline.
The bear case is substantially stronger: Crosby has repeatedly and publicly stated his commitment to Las Vegas, signing a four-year extension in 2022 that keeps him under contract through 2026 with significant dead cap implications. The Raiders would need to absorb roughly $25-30 million in dead money to trade him before June 1, making any deal financially painful. Baltimore already committed major resources to their defensive line and faces their own cap constraints with pending extensions for players like Roquan Smith. Most critically, the Raiders have shown no indication of shopping Crosby, with team leadership consistently calling him untouchable and a cornerstone of their rebuild.
Traders should monitor the Raiders’ approach to the draft and whether they pursue a veteran quarterback or commit to a full teardown, which would be signaled by their actions at the Combine and in pre-draft interviews. Any public comments from new Raiders GM John Spytek or ownership about Crosby’s status would move this market significantly. The Ravens’ salary cap situation after June 1 roster cuts and any injuries to their defensive front during the 2025 season would also alter probabilities. The October 2025 trade deadline represents the most realistic window if circumstances change dramatically.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this market categorized under politics instead of sports?
This appears to be a miscategorization, as Maxx Crosby’s potential trade is purely an NFL personnel decision with no political components. The market should be listed under sports betting or football categories.
What would have to change for the Raiders to actually consider trading Crosby despite his public commitment?
Las Vegas would need a catastrophic 2025 season combined with Crosby privately requesting a trade to a contender, or a truly unprecedented draft pick offer from Baltimore that includes multiple first-rounders and makes the financial hit worthwhile for a rebuilding timeline.
Does Baltimore have a realistic path to acquiring Crosby without crippling their roster?
The Ravens would need to restructure multiple contracts, likely move on from veterans like Marcus Williams or Marlon Humphrey, and convince Las Vegas to accept a back-loaded pick package where premium compensation comes in 2026 and beyond rather than immediate first-round selections.