"I understand how people might maybe from afar would feel that way, but nobody's more upset about this than me -- gutted by it actually. And so a regret, a big regret for me, but we will move on as a football team."
"DeCosta got emotional at times in explaining it was a difficult but necessary decision, pointing out that Crosby is one of his favorite players in the NFL but he had to do what was best for the organization. He veered away from mentioning any medical concerns with Crosby and said the trade was nullified based on our assessment of the situation."
"I understand it. We live in that age of skepticism and people question, especially people that don't really know me or know the Ravens culture and the Ravens organization."
Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta expressed deep regret over backing out of a trade for Las Vegas Raiders pass-rusher Maxx Crosby, describing himself as "gutted" by the decision. The trade was nullified based on medical concerns that emerged during Crosby's physical examination. DeCosta emphasized the decision was necessary for the organization despite his personal affection for Crosby. The Ravens subsequently acquired Pro Bowl pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson without surrendering draft capital, drawing criticism from league circles. DeCosta acknowledged skepticism surrounding the sequence of events but maintained he would not alter his approach, stating the decision was made in the organization's best interest.
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