Josh Sweat returns to practice with Cardinals after injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:14 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Sweat returned to practice on August 25, 2026, after being removed from the active/physically unable to perform list. He experienced a significant drop in playing time and performance in the second half of the 2025 season, averaging only 25.6 snaps per game after averaging 37.2 in the first nine. Injury issues, including an eye problem and knee and ankle injuries, contributed to his decline. His performance is critical as he seeks to justify his significant salary cap hit ahead of the 2027 season.
- •Josh Sweat participated in practice for the first time this training camp.
- •He struggled in the latter half of the 2025 season with injuries and limited snaps.
- •Sweat averaged only 4.0 sacks and 28.8% of snaps over the final eight games.
- •He has a significant $16.385 million salary cap charge for 2026.
- •His ability to perform this season is vital for his future with the Cardinals.
- 12:14 PMYahoo Sports — A closer look at Arizona Cardinals LB Josh Sweat’s 2025 season
"Josh Sweat is finally practicing. We look at his playing time over the last half of the 2025 season.
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