Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Baltimore Ravens trade for Maxx Crosby fall through?
The Ravens won the race for Crosby by offering two 1st round picks, but less than a week later Crosby failed a physical and the trade was rescinded. Most believe Baltimore did it because they lost too many free agents and thought they could sign Trey Hendrickson while keeping their draft picks.
How much would it cost to trade for Maxx Crosby at the NFL trade deadline?
While two 1st round picks was the price tag earlier in the year, the cost at the trade deadline would still be high — likely at least one 1st round pick. The final price would depend on circumstances like Crosby's performance and how desperate teams are to acquire him.
Would the Chicago Bears trade for Maxx Crosby?
The Bears would consider it depending on several factors, including Crosby's availability, their record at the time, his production, and how well their own pass rush of Montez Sweat and Austin Booker is performing. Unless the price falls below a 1st round pick, don't expect GM Ryan Poles to pull the trigger.
Has Bears GM Ryan Poles ever traded a 1st round pick for a veteran player?
No, Poles has never flipped a 1st round pick for any veteran player during his tenure as Bears GM. The highest he has ever gone in a trade for a veteran is a 2nd round pick.
Why is Maxx Crosby's trade value a concern for the Bears beyond just the price?
Crosby is approaching his 30s and is coming off a serious knee injury, making it hard to project his productivity beyond the near future. Acquiring him would also require GM Ryan Poles to do some creative bookkeeping to fit Crosby's contract onto the Bears' payroll.
Erik Lambert
I’m a football writer with more than 15 years covering the Chicago Bears. I hold a master’s degree in the Teaching of Writing from Columbia College Chicago, and my work on Sports Mockery has earned more than twenty million views. I focus on providing analysis, context, and reporting on Bears strategy, roster decisions, and team developments, and I’ve shared insight on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and football podcasts in the U.S. and Europe.
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