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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones commented on the failed trade between the Baltimore Ravens and Las Vegas Raiders involving star pass-rusher Maxx Crosby. Jones revealed that the Cowboys had also made an offer to acquire Crosby, but the deal ultimately fell through after he did not pass his physical with the Ravens.
Why it matters
The failed Crosby trade has sparked discussion around the importance of player physicals in the NFL, as well as the competitive landscape in the league as teams jockey to acquire top talent. Jones’ comments provide insight into the Cowboys’ own interest in adding Crosby to their roster.
The details
The Ravens had initially agreed to acquire Crosby from the Raiders in exchange for two first-round picks, but backed out of the trade after he did not pass his physical. The Cowboys then reportedly offered the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft and a second-round selection in an attempt to land Crosby, but the deal ultimately did not materialize.
The failed Crosby trade occurred in late March 2026 during the NFL’s annual league meetings.
The players
The owner of the Dallas Cowboys NFL franchise.
Maxx Crosby
A five-time Pro Bowl defensive end who plays for the Las Vegas Raiders.
Baltimore Ravens
An NFL team based in Baltimore, Maryland.
Las Vegas Raiders
An NFL team based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Dallas Cowboys
An NFL team based in Dallas, Texas.
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What they’re saying
“For me, there’s no hidden item there. You have to pass a physical. You have to. And we’ve never completed an agreement until the player passes a physical. That implies that your doctors, your trainers and everybody involved gets to take a look at him. That goes with the territory. We would have basically had the same conditions with the physical. As you know, we were in on making an offer for him. So he would have come to Dallas and we’ll all just guess what would have happened.”
— Jerry Jones, Owner, Dallas Cowboys
What’s next
The NFL offseason will continue with the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, where teams will look to add more talent to their rosters.
The takeaway
This failed trade highlights the importance of player physicals in the NFL, as well as the competitive nature of the league as teams vie to acquire top talent. The Cowboys’ interest in Crosby also demonstrates their ongoing efforts to improve their roster and remain a contender in the NFC.