Maxx Crosby has opened up about one of the most astonishing twists of the NFL offseason, revealing the bizarre circumstances surrounding a trade deal with the Baltimore Ravens that ultimately fell through. During a recent episode of his podcast, “The Rush with Maxx Crosby,” the Las Vegas Raiders star recounted his disorienting experience at the Ravens” facility, which quickly turned from hopeful to confusing and stressful.
Crosby noted that alarm bells started ringing when he found that Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta was absent throughout his five-hour visit. “I didn”t see him one time,” Crosby stated. “I”m like, “Where”s Eric at? He just made the trade!”” Instead of celebrating his potential new team, Crosby was preoccupied with extensive medical evaluations, including MRIs and scans, particularly focusing on his previously injured knee.
When Crosby finally met with new head coach Jesse Minter, he sensed an unusual atmosphere. “I dap him up … blank face. The energy was just weird,” he recalled. The situation escalated when DeCosta informed him that the team”s medical staff had reservations about his knee and wanted additional opinions. “I was terrified,” Crosby admitted, expressing his concern that another surgery might be necessary, which could jeopardize his future seasons.
In search of reassurance, Crosby reached out to famed surgeon Neal ElAttrache, who provided a contrasting assessment, telling him, “Don”t listen to that s***. Your knee is great.” This advice gave Crosby hope that the trade was still viable. However, moments later, he received a shocking call from his agent, CJ LaBoy, who delivered devastating news: “Yo, they”re backing out.” Crosby was left stunned as the blockbuster trade that would have sent him to Baltimore for two first-round picks completely unraveled.
The whirlwind of events unfolded in mere minutes, leaving Crosby in disbelief as he made his way back to Las Vegas. Thankfully, the Ravens arranged for a private jet to return him home. Despite the chaotic turn of events, the 28-year-old emphasized that the experience only solidified his belief that Las Vegas is where he truly belongs.
