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Cowboys overpaying for ex-Eagles stud Josh Sweat would boost Philly’s NFC East odds

The Dallas Cowboys may try to trade for declining former Philadelphia Eagles pass rusher Josh Sweat at the 2026 NFL trade deadline.

By Mike Luciano · Inside the Iggles

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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The writer argues a Dallas Cowboys trade for Josh Sweat would benefit the Philadelphia Eagles' division title chances.
ESPN reported that league sources have connected the Dallas Cowboys to Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat.
Sweat joined Arizona on a four-year contract and has recorded two sacks this season.

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Inside the Iggles argues that the Dallas Cowboys pursuing a potential trade for Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat would benefit the Philadelphia Eagles' NFC East title hopes. ESPN reported that sources have linked Dallas to the former Philadelphia pass rusher, but the writer believes acquiring him would be an ill-advised move for Dallas.

According to the article, Sweat has struggled this season with only two sacks following Jonathan Gannon's dismissal. The writer suggests Dallas would be overpaying for an aging veteran who would not resolve their defensive issues, thereby giving the Eagles an indirect advantage in the division.

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