Raiders' Maxx Crosby Linked to Patriots in Trade Talks

Speculation is mounting that Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby has played his final games with the team, with reports indicating he may push for a trade to join the New England Patriots under head coach Mike Vrabel.

The 29-year-old edge rusher, a five-time Pro Bowl selection, has been at the center of trade discussions as the Raiders pivot toward a rebuild following a disappointing 2025 season. According to FOX Sports NFL insider Jay Glazer, Crosby's tenure in Las Vegas is likely over, with a deal potentially materializing before the upcoming NFL Draft. "I do" believe he has played his last game there, Glazer said during an appearance on Yahoo Sports Daily. He added that the Raiders could command a substantial return, possibly exceeding the package received in the 2021 trade of Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons.

Crosby's relationship with the Raiders soured late in the 2025 campaign. The team shut him down for the final two games to preserve his health amid injuries, a decision that prompted him to leave the facility in frustration. Crosby, who has openly expressed his desire to compete for championships, finished the year with 10 sacks, 73 total tackles, two forced...