Raiders Welcome Back Star QB in High Road Move Following Failed Deal with Baltimore
Las Raiders general manager John Spytek addressed the failed trade of star defensive end Maxx Crosby for only two weeks after Baltimore Ravens officials backed out following a physical exam that derailed their deal to acquire the 28-year-old. Speaking in his first extended public comments since the transaction collapsed, Spytket stated he welcomes back "the guy who never left," emphasizing that things have always had a way of working themselves out rather than treating it as an official trade failure or nixing event on paper.
Key Points
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1Raiders GM John Spytek made his first public comments regarding the failed trade of star defensive end Maxx Crosby to Baltimore.
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2Spytak stated that 'things have a way of working out' and welcomed Crosby back as if he had never left, noting this was because no actual transaction occurred after Ravens backed out due to concerns over physicals.
Developments
Raiders general manager John Spytek stated he welcomed Maxx Crosby back after Baltimore rescinded their trade offer due to medical concerns regarding an injury sustained in January, noting that they had already agreed on terms before the deal fell through. Despite being sent home for rehabilitation following his return from a procedure at Ravens' facilities where it was known about prior to signing him there last month
Maxx Crosby remains signed to play for the Las Vegas Raiders after his controversial 2025-26 season ended in an unsuccessful attempt at being traded. Although he was initially sent away, General Manager John Spytek stated that their relationship is strong and welcomed him back as if nothing had changed while noting a potential trade possibility still exists this offseason.
Maxx Crosby briefly agreed to trade from Las Vegas to Baltimore on March 9 but withdrew due to medical concerns following an in-person evaluation with the Ravens' team doctor. Raiders GM John Spytek stated that their relationship remained strong and confirmed they welcomed him back as if he had never left, noting his identity is still firmly tied to them despite the failed deal.