Dallas Cowboys remain linked to Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 5:54 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2026 season with Maxx Crosby scheduled to start in Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins. Despite his status with the team, rumors persist regarding a potential trade involving the Dallas Cowboys. Analysts suggest the Cowboys could pursue Crosby as the November 10 trade deadline approaches if the Raiders struggle in the early weeks of the season. Previous trade attempts earlier this year failed after a physical examination prompted concerns regarding his recovery from January 2026 meniscus surgery. Dallas maintains available salary cap space, leading to speculation about a deal involving future draft picks. The Raiders currently hold the five-time Pro Bowler as a central part of their defensive rotation.
- •Maxx Crosby recovered from January 2026 knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus.
- •The Baltimore Ravens previously attempted to trade for Crosby before a failed physical voided the deal.
- •Jerry Jones indicated the Dallas Cowboys maintain interest in acquiring the veteran pass rusher.
- •The NFL trade deadline is set for November 10, 2026.
- •Crosby recorded 10 sacks and 53 pressures during his most recent season.
- 5:54 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Handed Potential Trade Idea Involving Cowboys
"Las Vegas Raiders‘ Maxx Crosby will have a chip on his shoulder when he takes the field in Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins. This offseason, the Baltimore Ravens traded for the veteran pass rusher, but the deal fell through after he failed his physical.Crosby underwent surgery in Jan. 2026 to repair a torn meniscus […] The post Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Handed Potential Trade Idea Involving Cowboys appeared first on HEAVY.
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