Maxx Crosby’s recent trade situation has everyone talking in the NFL world. Right now, his team is mostly staying quiet. However, one of his agents did respond to some news about the trade.
According to Dianna Russini from The Athletic, the Ravens were ready to boost Crosby’s contract if the trade went through. They would have offered him a deal that put him among the highest-paid pass rushers in the league. Agent C.J. LaBoy quickly shot back on Twitter, calling the report “fake news.” It’s unclear what part he disagrees with.
There was speculation around how much the Ravens would pay Crosby, especially since he has four years left on his current contract, valued at $116 million. That averages out to about $29 million per year, which falls short of the current market. The top contracts in the league peak at around $46.5 million annually.
So, what exactly is “near the top”? Reports suggest figures around $44 million or $45 million could be possible. For context, Danielle Hunter from the Texans recently signed a one-year extension that gave him an annual average of $40.1 million. That placed him just ahead of Myles Garrett, who sits at $40 million.
However, nothing is finalized since the trade didn’t happen. This situation might not be over yet. If Crosby recovers fully from his recent knee surgery, other teams may still pursue him down the line.
In the grand scheme of things, the buzz around contracts and trades continues to evolve. Surprisingly, a 2023 survey showed that over 60% of fans are more excited about player trades and contracts than the actual games. This shift signifies how crucial contract negotiations are to fandom today.
For more information on player contracts and trends, you can check the report from Spotrac.
