R1 A former Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher, Super Bowl champion, and one-time Pro Bowler is now publicly expressing frustration away from Philadelphia — and making it clear he wants to “come home” once the season ends.

As the 2025 NFL season moves toward its conclusion, conversations around legacy, identity, and unfinished business are beginning to surface across the league. In Philadelphia, one familiar name has returned to the center of that discussion: Josh Sweat.

According to multiple league sources, the former edge rusher of the Philadelphia Eagles — a Super Bowl champion and one-time Pro Bowler — has grown increasingly dissatisfied with his time away from Philadelphia and has privately expressed a strong desire to “come home” once the season comes to an end. Sweat is currently playing for the Arizona Cardinals, but those close to him say the connection never felt complete.

Josh Sweat was never the loudest star on the Eagles’ roster, but within the organization, he was viewed as a cornerstone of the defense. A disciplined, relentless edge defender, Sweat built his reputation on consistency, effort, and reliability in the biggest moments. From rotational pass rusher to trusted starter, his rise mirrored the Eagles’ defensive identity during their championship run.

The Super Bowl ring he earned in Philadelphia represents more than a title. It symbolizes a locker room that believed in him, a coaching staff that trusted him in critical situations, and a fan base that embraced his workmanlike approach. Sweat was not just part of the defense — he was part of its backbone.

Leaving Philadelphia to pursue a new chapter in Arizona made sense professionally. The opportunity offered a fresh start and a meaningful role. But while Sweat has continued to perform at a solid level, sources say the emotional connection he felt in Philadelphia never followed him west. The culture, the energy, and the sense of belonging simply were not the same.

Those close to Sweat emphasize that this is not about chasing a bigger contract or a spotlight role. At this stage, it is about closure — finishing the story in a place that feels right.

In a candid and heartfelt reflection, Sweat shared his feelings with those around him, speaking not with frustration, but with clarity.

“I don’t want the final memory of my football life to be an unfinished chapter. Philly is home — the place that shaped who I am today, the locker room that believed in me before the rest of the world did. And if this journey is going to end, I want it to end right there, with the team and the fans who gave me everything.”

For the Eagles, a potential reunion would not necessarily be about solving long-term defensive needs. It would be about honoring a legacy — allowing a respected defensive figure to close his career the right way and giving Eagles fans a moment of proper farewell.

In the NFL, not every player earns the chance to choose how their career ends. But for those who leave a genuine imprint on a franchise, “coming home” can be the most meaningful ending of all.

Josh Sweat has nothing left to prove. A Super Bowl ring, a Pro Bowl selection, and the respect of Eagles Nation have already secured his place in team history.

Now, what he wants is simple — to return home and close the final chapter wearing midnight green, where it all truly mattered most.