Ravens Trade for Crosby, Boost Defense

0:00For the NFL, it's March 7th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. Baltimore Ravens just pulled off a massive trade, acquiring Las Vegas Raiders star-pass rusher Max Crosby and exchange for two first round draft. Picks. That includes their number 14 pick in the 2026 NFL draft and another first rounder in 2027. The deal was agreed upon Friday night and becomes official this Wednesday. Crosby brings a proven track record after seven seasons with the Raiders. The former fourth round pick has earned five pro-Bull nods and racked up 69.5 sacks, 133 tackles for loss, and 164 quarterback hits over 110 games. He's posted double digits sacks in four of those seasons. This bolsters an already stacked Ravens defense featuring standouts like Kyle Hamilton, Rhoquan Smith, on Namdi, Madubuike, and others. Baltimore only had two edge rushers hit 10 sacks last year, so Crosby adds that consistent

1:02pressure up front. Fans are buzzing about the instant upgrade for a team chasing another Super Bowl run. Meanwhile, the Ravens face cap challenges with Lamar Jackson's $75 million hits, looming in 2026 and 2027, plus Crosby's $35 million per year deal. Teams are watching how Baltimore restructures to make room, but for now, this trade signals they're all in on contending right away. The daily news now is made possible with support from our sponsor. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds. Build for listening in bed. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com