NFL Trade Rumor: Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers emerge as top landing spots for $76.4M Arizona Cardinals' star.(Image via X)The Arizona Cardinals’ star player Josh Sweat has found his name concerning trade rumors in the last few weeks even though the team has denied such reports. Amid all the teams that have been linked to him, it seems the Chicago Bears and the Green Bay Packers have emerged as potential landing spots for Josh Sweat ahead of the new season.CategoryDetailsPlayerJosh SweatCurrent TeamArizona CardinalsRumored TeamsGreen Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Dallas Cowboys, Tampa Bay BuccaneersContract Status3 Years Remaining (Unrestricted Free Agent in 2029)Salary Cap Hit (New Team)$9.78 Million (Guaranteed base salary inherited for 2026)Trade LikelihoodModerate to HighLatest Insider UpdateChicago Bears and Green Bay Packers are eyeing him closely to boost their edge rush; Arizona claims he isn't active but his holdout over zero future guarantees keeps talks hotPotential ReturnProjected Day 2 Selection (Likely a 2nd or 3rd-round pick given the premium value of edge rushers)Which teams are interested in Josh Sweat?In the last few weeks, several rival teams have been linked to the Arizona Cardinals’ star player Josh Sweat.As per NFL insiders, it seems the Chicago Bears and the Green Bay Packers could be making a move for him.What are insiders saying about the trade rumors?A few hours ago, the Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox noted, “Teams looking to improve their defense should call the Arizona Cardinals about Josh Sweat, who may be looking for a change of scenery. Last month, Cardinals insider Kyle Odegard reported that he had "been hearing for awhile" that he "is not particularly happy" in Arizona. Now, it must be noted that the Cardinals have publicly pushed back against the idea of trading Sweat. "Sweat is not being traded. Not to the Packers or anywhere," NFL Network's Ian Rapoport posted on X. "Carry on..." It's also worth noting that public stances can't be taken at face value.”Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox added, “The Cleveland Browns publicly declared that they wouldn't trade Garrett until they found an offer that changed their mind. Teams may have to overpay a bit to land Sweat, but those seeking pass-rush help should inquire. Potential Suitors: Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers.”But the team has not confirmed the speculations yet as the Arizona Cardinals remain committed to Josh Sweat even as trade rumors grow, ahead of the new season.Contract details and salary cap implicationsFor the Arizona Cardinals, trading Josh Sweat would immediately free up a whopping $10.9 million in 2026 cap space.But the team would be hit with $5.5 million in 2026 dead money and $16.5 million in 2027 dead money.How could the trade impact the teams?For the Chicago Bears, Josh Sweat is pretty affordable and he could turn into an elite bookend opposite Montez Sweat.For the Green Bay Packers, trading for Josh Sweat also remains affordable as he will get to reunite with Jonathan Gannon to keep the defense elite alongside Micah Parsons.