Las Vegas Raiders GM Eyes Blockbuster Trade to Pair Maxx Crosby with $1000 Million Superstar
The Las Vegas Raiders are at a crossroads. Fresh off another turbulent season, General Manager Jason Hartwell knows the franchise needs a seismic move to shift the balance of power in the AFC West. And he has his sights set on a game-changing trade that would send shockwaves through the league.
The target? None other than defensive end Brian Chandler, a three-time All-Pro and one of the most dominant pass rushers of the past decade.
Chandler, who recently demanded a trade from his current team amid contract disputes and internal dysfunction, is one of the highest-paid defenders in the league, having signed a five-year, $125 million extension just two years ago. Now, with his future up in the air, Hartwell sees an opportunity to create an unstoppable force on the defensive line by pairing him with Maxx Crosby.
### **The Vision: A Nightmare for Quarterbacks**
Crosby has been the heart and soul of the Raiders’ defense, terrorizing quarterbacks with his relentless motor and elite pass-rushing ability. But too often, he has carried the burden alone. With Chandler on the opposite side, opposing offenses would have no escape.
“Imagine the havoc they’d create together,” an anonymous league executive told *The Athletic*. “You’re talking about two of the most disruptive forces in the league, both relentless, both dominant. That would be a nightmare for offensive coordinators.”
Hartwell knows this isn’t just about splashy headlines—it’s about reshaping the Raiders into legitimate Super Bowl contenders. The team has struggled to close the gap between them and the perennial division kingpins, the Kansas City Chiefs. Adding Chandler to the mix could tilt the scales.
### **The Cost of Greatness**
Of course, a move of this magnitude doesn’t come without sacrifice. Chandler’s team is reportedly seeking multiple first-round picks, a steep price for a player in his early 30s. But Hartwell believes the Raiders, armed with cap space and draft capital, can afford the gamble.
“You don’t get many chances to add a player of Chandler’s caliber,” Hartwell reportedly told his inner circle. “We’re in an arms race, and we can’t afford to sit back.”
Las Vegas would also need to restructure parts of its roster to accommodate Chandler’s contract, but sources suggest they’re willing to make it work. One potential avenue? A contract extension for quarterback Aidan O’Connell, spreading out cap hits to free up space for the blockbuster move.
### **The Verdict: Boom or Bust?**
If the trade goes through, the Raiders would instantly possess one of the most fearsome pass-rushing duos in recent memory. But if it fails, it could set the franchise back for years.
For Hartwell, the risk is worth it. He’s not interested in rebuilding—he’s here to win.
“We’re going all in,” he reportedly told ownership. “Crosby and Chandler together? That’s how we change the game.”
Now, it’s just a matter of making it happen.
