Jerry Jones Might Not Be Done Pursuing Maxx Crosby for Cowboys, Insider Suggests

Following the 2025 season, in which the Dallas Cowboys allowed 30.1 points per game, Jerry Jones knew that a major defensive overhaul was needed to improve the defense. This led to the addition of Rashan Gary, Dee Winters, Jalen Thompson, and draft picks like Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence. At one point, they were also in hot pursuit of All-Pro pass rusher Maxx Crosby. But since the Baltimore Ravens beat them and Crosby failed his physical, the franchise has gone cold on Crosby. However, recently, Jones made a statement that confirmed Crosby could still be a player the Cowboys could target.

“We’re pretty far down the road relative to what our plans are,” said Jerry Jones to the Associated Press when asked about Crosby. “So, while I don’t anticipate it, I don’t want to rule anything out.”

LANDOVER, MD – SEPTEMBER 21: Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby 98 looks on prior to the Las Vegas Raiders game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on September 21, 2025, in Landover, MD. Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire NFL, American Football Herren, USA SEP 21 Raiders at Commanders EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon155250921090

The Ravens offered two first-round picks for Crosby, something that Jones wasn’t going to offer earlier in the offseason. But with what has transpired in the offseason, Crosby could be an option now for the Cowboys, according to an Insider.

“Crosby might stick with the Raiders all year at this point, but if he’s going to get traded at all, we’re probably looking at something in-season ahead of the deadline,” said ESPN’s Dan Graziano. “If a team such as the Cowboys, Bills, Bears or Patriots finds itself in contention and in need of an impact pass rusher, things could get interesting here again.”

Jones has admitted that he wants to be the owner with the most Super Bowls. So now, he not only has a three-decade Super Bowl drought, but he is also three Lombardi Trophies behind the New England Patriots‘ owner, Robert Kraft. Securing a five-time Pro Bowler, after having the offseason the Cowboys did, could help him get closer to Kraft.

Crosby not only brings experience, but his 439 tackles (133 tackles for loss), 69.5 sacks, and 29 pass deflections highlight that he could be the missing piece in the Cowboys’ defense that could end their Super Bowl drought.

Following his failed trade to the Ravens, Maxx Crosby has been reinstated to the Las Vegas Raiders under new head coach Klint Kubiak. He has attended the OTAs and practice sessions, with Kubiak confirming that he is still in his plans. With still a few months remaining for the trade deadline, Crosby would be on the list of a few other teams as well.

While his failed medical does leave a lot of question marks, Crosby has been an anchor on defense for the Raiders. Since getting drafted by the team in 2019, he has played through a lot of injuries, showcasing his resilience. Even last season, he missed only two games for the team. The Cowboys have added a lot of quality to their secondary, but bringing Crosby will only elevate their roster and help them in their pursuit of winning a Super Bowl.

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