Josh Sweat does not participate in Cardinals minicamp amid contract concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Arizona Cardinals defensive end Josh Sweat attended mandatory minicamp but did not practice. Despite attending, he has expressed dissatisfaction with his current four-year contract worth $76.4 million after a career-best season with 12 sacks. Head coach Mike LaFleur indicated that Sweat's absence from earlier offseason activities and subsequent non-participation is not problematic. The Cardinals have received trade interest for Sweat, but they plan to retain him. Reports suggest Sweat might be aiming for a pay raise, potentially resulting in further discussions about his future with the team before training camp.
- •Josh Sweat did not practice during minicamp.
- •He recorded 12 sacks in 2025, a career-high.
- •The Cardinals received trade inquiries for Sweat.
- •Head coach Mike LaFleur is not concerned about Sweat's absence.
- •Sweat's current contract has led to dissatisfaction.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals' Josh Sweat has good reason not to participate at minicamp
"Arizona Cardinals defensive end Josh Sweat might be underpaid after a career-best 12 sacks during the 2025 campaign.
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