Raiders’ losing streak renews Maxx Crosby trade speculation

The Las Vegas Raiders’ four-game losing streak has renewed calls to trade Maxx Crosby, but no current offer or deal has been reported as the NFL deadline approaches on November 10. The Raiders fell to 3-4 after losing four straight, including a 35-21 defeat to the Los Angeles Rams. After that loss, CBS Sports analyst Pete Prisco said Las Vegas should consider dealing Crosby for draft assets as the team looks toward its longer-term future. His recommendation is an opinion, not a report that the Raiders have decided to trade the pass rusher. Crosby, 29, has recorded 18 tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery through seven games, according to reporting on his season. He remains a central player for the Raiders, but the team’s poor run has prompted debate about whether trading him could bring resources to build around younger players, including quarterback Fernando Mendoza. The trade discussion follows an offseason agreement with the Baltimore Ravens that reportedly would have sent Crosby to Baltimore for two first-round picks. The Ravens withdrew after medical concerns arose during Crosby’s physical, according to the reports. The teams have not been reported to...