NFL insider confirms Josh Sweat not available for trade by Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:39 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Josh Sweat's trade status with the Arizona Cardinals has been clarified amid ongoing speculation. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that several teams have inquired about Sweat but were informed that the Cardinals are not trading him at this time. Sweat recently came off the PUP list after recovering from a knee issue and led the Cardinals with 12 sacks in 2025. General manager Monti Ossenfort reiterated that Sweat is not on the trading block. The Cardinals face the Green Bay Packers this week for a joint practice and preseason finale, which could provide further context regarding Sweat's role.
- •Josh Sweat returned from the PUP list ahead of Cardinals' joint practice with Packers.
- •Adam Schefter confirmed teams have reached out but were told Sweat is not for trade.
- •General manager Monti Ossenfort stated the team's stance on Sweat remains unchanged.
- •Sweat was the Cardinals' top pass-rusher with 12 sacks last season.
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals Insider Provides Update on Josh Sweat Amid Latest Trade Rumors
- 5:39 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Sweat trade rumors: NFL insider quashes rumors
"There have been a lot of rumors circulating around Arizona Cardinals Pro Bowl edge rusher Josh Sweat. Arizona Sports’ John Gambadoro addressed these rumors when a listener asked for the latest update. Smoke as in being traded to GB – Yes, all ridiculous talk – he is not getting traded to the Packers. They are […] The post Cardinals Insider Provides Update on Josh Sweat Amid Latest Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:20 PMCardinals Insider Provides Update on Josh Sweat Amid Latest Trade Rumors
There have been a lot of rumors circulating around Arizona Cardinals Pro Bowl edge rusher Josh Sweat. Arizona Sports’ John Gambadoro addressed these rumors when a listener asked for the latest update. Smoke as in being traded to GB – Yes, all ridiculous talk – he is not getting traded to the Packers. They are […] The post Cardinals Insider Provides Update on Josh Sweat Amid Latest Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:39 AMJosh Sweat trade rumors: NFL insider quashes rumors
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