Best trade fits for Maxx Crosby: Potential landing spots for Pro Bowl pass rusher

Speculation is mounting over whether the Las Vegas Raiders will trade pass rusher Maxx Crosby this offseason. Following a disappointing 3-14 season, the Raiders are entering a rebuilding phase under new head coach Klint Kubiak. Crosby, who underwent knee surgery in January, is currently rehabilitating from a minor meniscus repair, which could delay any potential trade until later in the offseason. Crosby, a five-time Pro Bowler, has accumulated 69.5 sacks over seven seasons and remains in his prime at 28 years old. Trading Crosby could save the Raiders over $30 million, according to Over the Cap.

NFL analysts have suggested various teams as potential destinations for Crosby. The Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Jacksonville Jaguars have been identified as teams that could benefit from Crosby's defensive prowess. The Lions missed the playoffs in 2025 and could use Crosby to strengthen their pass rush alongside Aidan Hutchinson. The Cowboys, equipped with draft picks and assets