Packers Quickly Send Multiple Picks and Young Edge Talent in Bid to Trade for Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Immediately After Ravens Back Out of Deal Over Health Risk Concerns

GREEN BAY — The NFL offseason rarely pauses long enough for the shock of one deal collapsing before another begins forming. Just hours after the Baltimore Ravens abruptly backed out of their blockbuster trade for Maxx Crosby, the Green Bay Packers reportedly explored a bold alternative.

Baltimore’s sudden decision immediately reshaped the market. What had been expected to become one of the defining transactions of the 2026 offseason unraveled due to unexpected medical concerns.

Only days earlier, the Ravens and Las Vegas Raiders had reached a preliminary agreement. Baltimore would acquire Crosby — a five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher and one of the NFL’s most relentless defenders — in exchange for two first-round picks.

One of those selections was believed to be Baltimore’s 2026 first-round pick, No. 14 overall, along with another first-round pick scheduled for 2027. Crosby had already traveled to Baltimore as the trade approached completion.

But the final step proved decisive.

During his physical examination, medical concerns surfaced surrounding Crosby’s knee — specifically lingering effects from a meniscus injury that required surgery last season. After reviewing the risk, the Ravens ultimately chose to withdraw from the deal.

The Raiders confirmed the development with a brief statement: “The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of our trade agreement for Maxx Crosby. We'll have no further comment at this time.”

Across the league, the failed blockbuster instantly became one of the most surprising developments of the 2026 offseason.

Reports from ESPN, NFL.com, and The Athletic confirmed the Ravens’ decision centered entirely on medical concerns rather than disagreements about compensation.

That sudden opening quickly sparked interest from other teams — including Green Bay.

According to league sources, the Packers explored a balanced package built around mid-round draft capital and young defensive talent. The proposal reportedly includes a 2026 second-round pick, a 2026 third-round selection (No. 84 overall), and a young edge defender such as Barryn Sorrell or Collin Oliver.

Both players are viewed as developmental pass rushers with upside. At just 23 years old, they represent the kind of young rotational edge prospects rebuilding teams often prioritize.

For the Raiders, the structure offers flexibility during a potential roster reset. Instead of betting on Crosby’s medical uncertainty, Las Vegas would gain multiple draft selections along with young pass-rush talent to develop over the next several seasons.

For Green Bay, however, the appeal lies in upgrading the ceiling of the defensive front.

Crosby’s relentless motor, elite pressure rate, and proven production would immediately elevate the Packers’ pass rush. His presence could transform the unit into one capable of consistently disrupting elite quarterbacks.

Green Bay would still maintain strong depth at the position, allowing the team to sacrifice young rotational pieces without losing its core defensive foundation.

In today’s NFL, a dominant pass rush remains one of the few defensive elements capable of reshaping games against high-powered offenses.

For now, Crosby technically remains a Raider.

But in the turbulent hours following Baltimore’s stunning withdrawal, Green Bay has quietly positioned itself among the teams ready to capitalize if Las Vegas decides to reopen negotiations