Ravens Trade for Maxx Crosby, Betting Big on Defense

0:00It's March 9th for the NFL. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The Baltimore Ravens just made a massive trade, sending two first round picks to the Las Vegas Raiders for star-edged Russia Max Crosby. This blockbuster deal signals the team is going all in for a Super Bowl run, betting big on their defensive front to turn things around. Earlier this week, the move came amid whispers of a shrinking window with quarterback Lamar Jackson at the helm. The Ravens C Crosby as the game-recker, who can elevate their defense, especially under new coordinator Jesse Mentor after a rough season last year. Analysts like ESPN's Dan Arlovsky are putting the spotlight squarely on Jackson, saying there are no more excuses now that the front office has loaded. Up the roster. It's a clear message from ownership, deliver that championship with this talent around you. Meanwhile, the offense took a hit when Pro Bowl Center, Tyler Lindrbaum, signed with the Raiders, leaving a gap in the middle of the line that Baltimore will need to feel fast.

1:04All eyes are on Jackson and the offense to Mesh with the revamped defense. If they click, a Super Bowl could be within reach, but last year's struggles serve as a stark reminder of what's at stake. We'd like to thank our sponsor for making this episode possible. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.