Over in Arizona, a former Philadelphia Eagles pass rusher won’t get out of the NFL trade block spotlight.
Josh Sweat was in attendance for the Arizona Cardinals‘ camp this week, but that hasn’t taken his name out of the rumor mill.
The veteran pass rusher is still viewed as a potential trade candidate, and the Eagles are still getting linked to their former draft pick from league sources.
Eagles Linked To Pro Bowl Pass Rusher By NFL GM After Minicamp
GettyGLENDALE, ARIZONA – SEPTEMBER 25: Josh Sweat #10 of the Arizona Cardinals leads teammates onto the field during the NFL 2025 game at State Farm Stadium on September 25, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. The Seahawks defeated the Cardinals 23-20. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
According to NFL Insider Jason La Canfora, an anonymous NFL General Manager believes the Eagles will come back around and ultimately end up with their ex-player.
“If nothing else, I think (Eagles GM) Howie (Roseman) takes him back,” the GM said, believing Philadelphia is going to beef up its defensive line somehow, La Canfora wrote on June 11.
Josh Sweat’s Run With The Cardinals
GettyGLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 05: Josh Sweat #10 of the Arizona Cardinals during the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on October 05, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. The Titans defeated the Cardinals 22-21. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Sweat just joined the Cardinals last offseason.
When he signed with the team, he reunited with former Eagles Defensive Coordinator Jonathan Gannon. In 2025, Sweat appeared in 17 games. He totaled 30 tackles, with 13 going for a loss. Sweat generated 12.0 sacks and 17 hits on the quarterback.
Statistically, it was Sweat’s best year. But things are changing in Arizona. They might not want to finish out Sweat’s four-year, $76.4 million contract. And Sweat might want to be in a more competitive situation.
Eagles-Sweat Reunion?
GettyBALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 01: Josh Sweat #19 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after sacking Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens during the first quarter at M&T Bank Stadium on December 01, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
The Eagles aren’t too eager to make it happen right now.
Although Howie Roseman’s front office was predicted to get involved in several markets for a new pass rusher, including Sweat, Myles Garrett, and Maxx Crosby, the Eagles have been more focused on under-the-radar signings.
On Wednesday, June 10, the Eagles added AJ Epenesa, who wrapped up his run with the Buffalo Bills. The 27-year-old pass rusher doesn’t come with the same star power as Sweat, but he’s the type of player the Eagles have been targeting amid all of the blockbuster rumors.