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Maxx Crosby Trade Rumors Shut Down by Raiders Management despite Perceived Interest from the Cowboys

Maxx Crosby could be in demand before the trade deadline!

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The Dallas Cowboys started the season with the bold move of moving on from their best defensive player, pass rusher Micah Parsons. After trading their star defender to the Packers, Dallas has had a tough time getting pressure on the opposing quarterbacks.

With a 3-3-1 record after a stunning win over the Washington Commanders in week 7, the Cowboys are currently second in the NFC East, providing them a great opportunity to make a push towards the playoffs. But, for that, adding a dominant edge rusher as a replacement for Parsons could be ideal.

Former ESPN Analyst Hints at Cowboys Interest in Maxx Crosby

With the NFL trade deadline still a couple of weeks away, former ESPN NFL analyst Trey Wingo shared the news that the Cowboys had approached the Las Vegas Raiders for their pass rusher, Maxx Crosby, as per reports. Wingo posted the following on his X handle:

“Breaking: According to sources, the Cowboys have made inquiries with the Raiders about a potential trade for Maxx Crosby.”

Breaking: according to sources the @dallascowboys have made inquiries with the @Raiders about a potential trade for Maxx Crosby
— trey wingo (@wingoz) October 21, 2025

This piece of news got many Cowboys fans excited, as adding Crosby to their defense would be massive. Not only is the Raiders’ marquee player one of the best in the league at his position, but he would instantly elevate Dallas’ defensive line to the same level had Parsons still been around.

Over his seven-year career in the NFL, Crosby has 63.5 sacks, 153 quarterback hits, and 115 tackles for loss. Crosby’s dominant play has continued this season, also with 4 sacks, 9 quarterback hits, and 10 tackles for loss. Thus, he would no doubt be a worthy addition to the Cowboys’ roster.

Raiders Not Looking to Trade Crosby

The Cowboys’ happiness was short-lived, however, as other reports emerged indicating that Dallas had made no such inquiries. Clarence Hill, a reporter for the Cowboys, insisted that no such talks between the two teams have taken place as of yet, although Dallas may be considering the option internally.

NFL insider Tom Pelissero posted on X that the Raiders’ management actually met with Crosby and assured him that they are not interested in trading him, as per sources. Pelissero also mentioned that while Crosby wants nothing more than to win, he wishes to do so with the Raiders and not another franchise.

Nobody wants to win more than Maxx Crosby, and he wants to do it with the #Raiders. Despite various rumors with the trade deadline 2 weeks away, the face of the franchise isn't leaving Las Vegas. https://t.co/k3zAQ4GP8V
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 22, 2025

The conflicting reports within the league have cast serious doubt on Crosby and his future. Other teams, apart from Dallas, may also be interested in acquiring him to improve their pass rush, but whether or not Vegas stands true to its word will be the question until the end of the trade deadline.

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