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The Raiders pursued a trade that would have sent Maxx Crosby to the Ravens for two first-round picks, but the deal collapsed after Crosby’s knee injury; GM John Spytek says their relationship remains strong and signals Crosby could remain with Las Vegas in 2026.
The proposed two-first-round-picks trade of Maxx Crosby to the Ravens fell through due to the Ravens’ concerns about Crosby’s knee. Raiders GM John Spytek emphasized Crosby’s value and expected return healthy in August, signaling the team will move forward with him in 2026 and would only part with him for a high-quality offer.
Raiders GM John Spytek says keeping Maxx Crosby could pay off after a failed Ravens trade; Crosby is rehabbing with plans to be ready by August, and Las Vegas would consider a strong offer but is building the roster around Crosby as a key piece.
Las Vegas Raiders GM John Spytek opened free agency with a blockbuster, $281.5 million Day 1 spend after a 3-14 season and a Crosby trade that collapsed. The splashy haul includes Tyler Linderbaum at a record $81M center deal, plus Jalen Nailor, Quay Walker, Nakobe Dean, Kwity Paye, Eric Stokes, Malcolm Koonce, and Matt Gay, with 11 draft picks headed into 2026 (including No. 1 overall). The goal is to bolster offense and defense for coach Klint Kubiak, but high-priced moves don’t guarantee success.
Tom Brady is viewed as a valuable resource for the Raiders’ QB prospects, with GM John Spytek saying their long‑standing relationship persists and Brady can guide the next Raiders quarterback—especially the anticipated No. 1 pick, Fernando Mendoza—through strategy, roster building, and daily football insight.
Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek did not name Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza at the NFL Scouting Combine and said he hasn’t spoken with Geno Smith since the season ended, signaling uncertainty about Mendoza’s path to the field as the team evaluates its quarterback plan amid Smith’s contract and broader organizational changes.
Raiders GM John Spytek indicated he expects star edge rusher Maxx Crosby to be with the Raiders in 2026, pushing back on trade rumors after Crosby’s 2025 season and knee surgery. Spytek praised Crosby’s elite value, noted regular communication, and said Crosby is in the building as the team moves toward the new league year; Crosby signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension in March 2025.
The Las Vegas Raiders have fired head coach Pete Carroll, with General Manager John Spytek taking over football operations and collaborating with Tom Brady to find a new head coach, focusing on leadership and organizational goals.