NFL news, live updates: Raiders reportedly trade Maxx Crosby to Ravens, release Geno Smith; Joe Mixon reportedly released by Texans
Key Points:
- The Las Vegas Raiders traded star defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for Baltimore's 2026 and 2027 first-round draft picks.
- The Raiders plan to release quarterback Geno Smith after one season, freeing up $8 million in salary cap space but incurring $18.5 million in dead money.
- The Houston Texans released veteran running back Joe Mixon at his request, saving approximately $8 million against the salary cap after Mixon missed the entire 2025 season due to injury.
- Other notable players reportedly set for release include Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, Vikings veterans Aaron Jones and Javon Hargrave, and Commanders cornerback Marshon Latt