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Public Trade Pitches Link Maxx Crosby to Eagles but Deal Appears Unlikely Now

Medical uncertainty from Crosby’s recent knee surgery plus a large guaranteed contract mean teams will wait for on-field proof or a Raiders sell-off before paying top assets.

Overview

  • On Sunday, June 21 multiple outlets publicly proposed concrete Eagles-Raiders packages for Crosby, including FanSided’s offer of a 2027 first, a 2028 second and Jalen Carter and an alternative pitch of Nolan Smith plus a 2028 first.
  • The Eagles do not appear to be actively negotiating for Crosby and Jalen Carter remains unsigned to an extension, which makes Carter a possible but uncertain trade piece in public proposals.
  • Crosby had meniscus surgery in January and a March trade to Baltimore was voided after concerns in his physical, so teams are insisting on in-person medical checks or full-contact availability before committing premium picks or players.
  • Crosby’s three-year extension with significant guarantees and a heavy 2026 cap charge increases the financial and roster risk for any acquiring club and complicates immediate trade talks.
  • Most analysts say a true blockbuster is most likely only after Crosby proves full-contact health in training camp or the season or if the Raiders explicitly shift into seller mode and trade a veteran for draft capital and younger contributors.