In a stunning revelation, defensive star Josh Sweat has opened up about his departure from the Philadelphia Eagles, making it clear that he left the team with no regrets but plenty of gratitude. Having been a key contributor to the Eagles’ defense, Sweat now embarks on a new chapter—but not without expressing his heartfelt emotions about leaving a team that helped him reach the pinnacle of success.
“If I could stay, I would be very happy and play my heart out,” Sweat admitted. “But sometimes, in football, you have to move on and embrace new opportunities.”
His departure marks the end of a remarkable era in Philadelphia, where he established himself as a dominant pass rusher and a fan favorite. The Eagles’ front office had difficult roster decisions to make, and Sweat became a high-profile casualty of salary cap limitations.
Despite moving on, Sweat made it clear that he holds no ill will toward the organization, emphasizing that winning a championship with the Eagles was one of the greatest moments of his career. “This team, this city, they gave me everything. I’ll always carry that with me, no matter where I go.”
As he prepares for the next stage of his career, fans will be watching closely to see how he performs in his new home. While the Eagles are looking toward the future, they’ll always appreciate the contributions of Josh Sweat—a champion who gave it his all and left with nothing but respect for the franchise.