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Ravens Withdraw From Maxx Crosby Trade, League Reacts

PUBLISHED Mar 11, 2026, 1:22 AM ET

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BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens withdrew from an agreed trade to acquire Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, the Las Vegas team announced Tuesday after the deal could not be finalized before the league year began. The Raiders said Baltimore backed out, citing Crosby's failed physical; Crosby had meniscus surgery in January and his agent said he was ahead of schedule in rehab. Baltimore subsequently signed Trey Hendrickson to a four‑year, $112 million contract. The decision returned two first‑round picks to the Ravens and left Crosby with the Raiders as teams consider future trade options. Based on 6 articles and supporting research.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

January: Maxx Crosby undergoes meniscus surgery.
Prior Friday: Ravens and Raiders agree to trade Crosby for two first-round picks.
Tuesday night: Raiders announce Baltimore backed out of the trade.
Wednesday (league-year start): Trade could not be finalized due to physical requirement.
Wednesday morning: Ravens sign Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million contract.

News Intelligence

If you're a Ravens fan, this trade flip-flop may sting. But, it's not all bad news. The Ravens saved two first-round picks and landed Trey Hendrickson. If you're a fantasy football player, keep an eye on Crosby's recovery progress. It could affect his performance next season.

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Who Benefited

Trey Hendrickson and the Baltimore Ravens benefited immediately when Baltimore pivoted and signed Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million contract, providing the team with a proven edge rusher while the previously agreed Crosby trade was voided and draft picks reverted to Baltimore.

Who Impacted

Maxx Crosby experienced a contractual and roster disruption when the Ravens backed out after a reported failed physical; the previously agreed trade was voided, leaving Crosby to return to the Raiders while the teams adjusted draft assets and roster plans.

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