The Ringer's Diante Lee has floated a "swing for the fence" trade proposal that would send All-Pro edge rusher Maxx Crosby to the Detroit Lions. Lee acknowledged the scenario is a long shot, but outlined a deal that would bring the $106 million star to Detroit's defensive front.
Crosby, a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection, has been the cornerstone of the Las Vegas Raiders' pass rush since being drafted in 2019. The 27-year-old has recorded 52.5 career sacks and 71 tackles for loss, establishing himself as one of the NFL's premier defensive players.
The Lions, who have built a competitive roster under general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell, currently feature Aidan Hutchinson as their primary edge rusher. Adding Crosby would create a formidable pass-rushing duo, though the financial and draft capital requirements would be substantial.
Las Vegas signed Crosby to a three-year, $106.5 million extension in 2022 that runs through the 2026 season. Any trade would require the Raiders to absorb significant dead cap space while the Lions would need to navigate salary cap constraints to accommodate Crosby's contract.
