The Las Vegas Raiders made the right call by extending Maxx Crosby earlier in the offseason. Just months later, his $35.5 million average annual salary pales in comparison to what the new market is for top-flight defensive ends or edge rushers.
On Thursday, the Dallas Cowboys made the shocking move to trade superstar edge rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. Upon his arrival in Green Bay, he will reportedly sign a four-year deal worth up to $188 million, which averages out to $47 million per year.
While the Raiders allegedly made a call to inquire about Parsons, the thought was that he would be both too expensive and cost too much draft capital for it to be worthwhile for Las Vegas.