Philadelphia,Sa – May 10, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles are poised for a bold move on May 9, 2025, with a chance to reclaim a dynamic pass rusher still lingering in free agency. This proven veteran, a former Philly cornerstone, could supercharge their Super Bowl title defense. Who’s the elite talent awaiting a comeback?
Josh Sweat, a Florida State alum, remains unsigned since hitting free agency after the Eagles’ 40-22 Super Bowl LIX rout of the Chiefs. With 35 career sacks, including 6.5 in 2024 across 65% of defensive snaps, he was a linchpin in Vic Fangio’s scheme. “He’s a disruptor,” Nick Sirianni once said.
Sweat’s market stalled as teams filled edge roles via the 2025 draft, leaving the 28-year-old open for a Philly reunion. Howie Roseman, facing a $13.8 million cap hit from Bryce Huff’s 2.5-sack flop, could sign Sweat to a cost-effective deal to pair with Nolan Smith’s 6.5 sacks. Eagles fans on X clamor for his return, citing his 11 sacks in 2022.
NFL analyst Daniel Jeremiah called Sweat a perfect fit for Philly’s 3-4 defense, noting his 87 pressures since 2022 rank among the league’s best. “He’s a steal now,” Jeremiah said. With Haason Reddick gone and Huff faltering, Sweat’s familiarity and run-stopping prowess could outshine rookie Jalyx Hunt.
The Eagles are primed to dominate 2025, with Jalen Carter and Jihaad Campbell anchoring the front and Jalen Hurts driving the offense. Re-signing Sweat would cement Philly’s pass rush as a nightmare for NFC foes. Eagles fans, your defense could roar louder with this star’s return.
