Cardinals confirm they will not trade Josh Sweat ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 3:54 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals have decided not to trade edge rusher Josh Sweat, as confirmed by head coach Mike LaFleur. Speculation arose due to Sweat's absence from the team's offseason program. He signed a four-year, $76.4 million contract with the Cardinals last year and had a strong first season with 30 tackles, 12 sacks, and several forced fumbles. Despite missing voluntary workouts, it appears the team wants Sweat to contribute this fall.
- •Josh Sweat will remain with the Cardinals this season.
- •Head coach Mike LaFleur addressed trade speculation last week.
- •Sweat missed voluntary offseason workouts.
- •He had a productive first season with 30 tackles and 12 sacks.
- •The Cardinals aim to build on last season's defensive performance.
- 3:54 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Cardinals will not trade Josh Sweat
"Speculation about edge rusher Josh Sweat's future with the Cardinals has picked up over the course of his absence from the team's offseason program, but a report on Wednesday tosses some cold water on thoughts of a trade.
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