The Case for Trading for Josh Sweat: Same Talent, $11 Million Cheaper
Josh Sweat at $19 million does everything Jaelan Phillips does at $30 million. The Eagles already know him, he already knows the city, and the math works. Here's why a Sweat reunion makes too much sense.
The Case for Trading for Josh Sweat: Same Talent, $11 Million Cheaper
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