Dallas Cowboys' Pursuit of Pass Rusher: The Maxx Crosby Trade Saga
The Dallas Cowboys were on the lookout for a star pass rusher to complement Donovan Ezeiruaku for the 2026 NFL season. They were actively pursuing Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders but lost out to the Baltimore Ravens in a trade deal. However, the trade was voided due to Crosby allegedly failing a physical, leading to his return to the Raiders.
The Cowboys made three offers for Crosby, starting with their No. 20 overall pick, a second first-round pick, and defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa. When this offer fell through, they upped the ante with their No. 12 overall pick and a third-round selection, excluding Odighizuwa. Their final offer included the No. 12 overall pick and a second-round pick in the 2027 draft, once again without Odighizuwa, but the Raiders chose the Ravens' offer instead.
After missing out on Crosby, the Cowboys traded Odighizuwa to the San Francisco 49ers for a third-round pick. Despite acquiring Rashan Gary from the Green Bay Packers, the Cowboys are still looking to strengthen their edge. With two first-round picks in the upcoming draft, they have ample opportunities to enhance their roster. The team remains optimistic about their future acquisitions and hopes to make impactful additions to their lineup.