The Raiders have mostly signaled they intend to stand pat at Tuesday's 1 p.m. trade deadline, but coach Klint Kubiak left the door open Monday. "We're talking all the time," Kubiak said. "That hasn't changed. As the deadline approaches, things get more urgent, and we'll continue to talk." The organization's moves since the offseason have been geared toward a competitive window opening in 2027 when top pick Fernando Mendoza takes over at quarterback, making it unlikely they surrender draft capital for immediate help.
The most plausible scenario involves moving veterans who may not fit that timeline. The Raiders are at least fielding calls on players of value after Sunday's 38-17 loss to the Jets underscored the distance remaining in the rebuild. Kubiak has said he likes the current roster and prefers letting the group test itself as the schedule eases.
Defensive end Maxx Crosby represents the highest-profile candidate. He was previously dealt to Baltimore for two first-round picks before the Ravens voided the agreement over physical concerns. Crosby has since said he wants to remain in Las Vegas and help turn the franchise around, but at 29 his peak may not align with the team's window. Pass rushers have commanded a premium this cycle, and a haul of two first-rounders or a first and a second could test the front office's resolve.
Quarterback Kirk Cousins has kept the team competitive, but his contract makes a return next season unlikely without a restructuring. Moving him would be financially beneficial, though he remains the Raiders' best chance to stay relevant in the short term.
Sources: Las Vegas Review-Journal
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