Josh Sweat remains sidelined as Cardinals lose to Cowboys in preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 3:47 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals fell to the Dallas Cowboys 34-13 in a preseason game on August 22. Coach Mike LaFleur rested most starters, including edge rusher Josh Sweat, who has not practiced since last season due to a knee issue. LaFleur indicated the absence is precautionary, but Sweat's inactivity raises concerns as the cut-down deadline approaches on August 30. Without Sweat, the Cardinals face challenges heading into their season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 13.
- •Cardinals lose 34-13 to Cowboys in preseason game.
- •Josh Sweat has not practiced since last season.
- •LaFleur assures Sweat's absence is precautionary.
- •Cut-down day is August 30; the season opener is September 13.
- 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona Cardinals' situation with Josh Sweat remains perplexing
"The Arizona Cardinals don't stand a ghost of a chance to be relevant in 2026 if their best defensive player remains a ghost himself.
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