Raiders Say They Aren't Trading Maxx Crosby

Star Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, who signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension that runs through 2029, has become the focus of trade chatter ahead of the Nov. 4 deadline as Las Vegas sits 2-5. The Dallas Cowboys have reportedly been testing the market and making calls for a defensive upgrade, with Crosby among the names linked while the club also explores other edge-rusher options. The Raiders met with Crosby and reportedly told him he would not be dealt; Crosby offered a cryptic "I plead the fifth" to reporters, and he briefly left Sunday's game with a minor knee issue. Several analysts, including Mike Florio and Bryan Broaddus, say public denials could be tactical and that Crosby might be moved for a large enough offer given his four Pro Bowls and contract, while others argue a blockbuster trade is unlikely because Dallas may seek cheaper help and the Raiders may be reluctant to trade a fan favorite. The structure of Crosby's extension — with relatively low 2026 dead money and a fully guaranteed 2026 salary — makes a short-term deadline acquisition feasible for buyers but would create notable long-term payroll implications for any acquiring team.