Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat did not report for the start of voluntary organized team activities (OTAs) on Tuesday, according to sources.
Sweat, who led the Cardinals with 12 sacks last season, is reportedly dissatisfied with his current situation in Arizona. The veteran pass rusher signed a four-year, $76.4 million contract with the team last offseason but is now the subject of mounting trade speculation as the franchise continues its rebuild under head coach Mike LaFleur. Several NFL contenders, including the Chicago Bears and Dallas Cowboys, have emerged as potential landing spots for the 29-year-old defender.
According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the Cardinals have been exploring various roster moves ahead of the 2026 season, including potential trades involving high-priced veterans. Sweat's production remains elite, but his absence from voluntary workouts has signaled a potential rift with the organization as the team transitions to a new defensive system.
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