Sources told NFL Network that the Los Angeles Rams pursued Maxx Crosby after his trade from the Las Vegas Raiders to the Baltimore Ravens fell through due to a failed physical. Crosby made it clear he wanted to remain with the Raiders, famously responding to the failed deal with "I'm a Raider. I'm back. Run that s---." The Rams, known for making blockbuster moves, were the strongest team pushing for a deal. However, Crosby delivered a similar message to the Rams and other interested teams, shutting down any potential trade.

The original plan was for the Raiders to trade Crosby to the Ravens in what would have been one of the biggest offseason moves, with two first-round picks heading back to Las Vegas. But Baltimore was not comfortable with Crosby's surgically repaired knee, causing the deal to fall apart. Several teams approached the Raiders hoping for a trade, but nothing materialized because teams wanted "pennies on the dollar," which was a nonstarter.

Teams like the Eagles, Cowboys, and 49ers monitored the situation, but no deal emerged. This prompted the Rams to shift focus to Myles Garrett for their summer blockbuster. Crosby, now back with a much more talented Raiders roster following hundreds of millions in free agency, has had no issues with his knee and is in excellent health.