Josh Sweat was born on March 29, 1997, and is a hard-nosed, dynamic defensive end for the Philadelphia Eagles. It's rising through adversity dating back to high school to a subsequent medical emergency after his high school career that led him to attain NFL prominence, including Pro Bowl recognition and being regarded as a key defense.
Hailing from Chesapeake, Virginia, Josh Sweat's journey began at Oscar F. Smith High School alongside Andrew Brown. As a junior, Sweat turned in a brilliant season, logging 94 tackles and helping to lead Oscar Smith to an undefeated mark into the 2013 VHSL 6A state championship game, where they unfortunately lost to Centreville High School.
CAPTION: Before the NFL, Sweat was a force at Oscar Smith High School, proving he was destined for greatness. SOURCE: Instagram Even then, pure athleticism at the football camps compared him to freak Jadeveon Clowney and gave glimpses into what may be in store. A season-ending knee injury his senior year threatened to shelve those aspirations, but a resilient Sweat stepped up. Though the injury placed a dent on his senior campaign, he remained a highly pursued five-star recruit and committed to Florida State.
Sweat consistently improved and had an impact while at Florida State as a Seminole. As a freshman during the 2015 season, he saw immediate action in 12 games, totaling 41 tackles and five sacks. The next season, he built further momentum, showing his talent in 11 games as a sophomore in 2016, recording 41 tackles again, and adding 7 sacks.
By his junior year in 2017, he had stamped his presence with 56 tackles and 5.5 sacks recorded in 12 games. Feeling ready to conquer the next level, Sweat declared for the 2018 NFL draft, foregoing his senior year to chase his professional dreams.
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The 2018 NFL Combine was Sweat's chance to shine, and he seized it, leaving scouts in awe with the fastest 40-yard dash time and highest vertical jump among defensive linemen. This impressive performance caught the eye of the Philadelphia Eagles, who selected him in the fourth round (130th overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft. Since then, Sweat has become a cornerstone of the Eagles' defense. A testament to his value, on September 18, 2021, he signed a three-year, $40 million extension with the team. In well-deserved recognition, he received his first Pro Bowl selection in 2021 as an alternate for Nick Bosa.
CAPTION: Chasing greatness every play—no distractions, just pure focus. SOURCE: Instagram Having faced a "life-threatening" medical emergency in 2022, Sweat was rushed into surgery but bounced back remarkably. In 2022, he recorded 48 tackles, 11 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 interception, and 1 touchdown. Sweat helped the Eagles advance to Super Bowl LVII, where they lost. In the Super Bowl, Sweat recorded one tackle in the Eagle's 38-35 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. During the 2024 Super Bowl, Sweat recorded 2.5 sacks. He then signed a one-year contract with the Eagles and was wonderful during this regular season.
Standing tall at 6 ft 6 in (1.96 m) and weighing in at 265 lbs (120 kgs), Josh Sweat is a formidable presence on the defensive line. His NFL Combine measurements further highlight his athletic prowess: a 4.53-second 40-yard dash, a blistering 1.55-second 10-yard split, and a sky-high 39.5-inch vertical jump.
In 2024, Sweat signed a one-year deal worth $10 million to remain with the Eagles and is scheduled to become a free agent next month.
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