PFT Live with Mike Florio Ravens concerned about "degenerative" issue in Maxx Crosby's knee + Rule change proposals revealed (3/25 Hour 2)
Mar 25, 2026
Discussion about a team backing out of a trade due to a degenerative knee concern in a star defensive player. Breakdown of multiple trade offers and continuing discreet medical checks. Debate over proposed rule changes for officiating backup plans and several kickoff modifications. Coverage of union leadership returning to the spotlight and a surprising biting allegation involving a wide receiver.
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Ravens Pulled Deal Over Degenerative Knee Concern
- Ravens backed out of the Crosby trade due to medical concern about a degenerative knee, not just short-term clearance worries.
- Teams worried about Crosby's long-term durability before giving up two first-round picks and large multi-year contracts.
Cowboys Tried Three Times To Land Crosby
- The Cowboys made three escalating offers for Crosby including picks and a player, but the Raiders rejected each one.
- Final Cowboys offer reached the 12th overall pick plus a second-rounder before the Raiders struck the deal with Baltimore.
Crosby Trade Talks Could Resurface Quietly
- The Raiders are still fielding calls about Crosby and may trade him if a team can quietly complete a medical without media leaks.
- Timing near the draft or discreet physicals could reopen a trade avenue if durability concerns persist.