# Bears linked to trade for Sweat

> Chicago Bears target Cardinals' Josh Sweat ahead of trade deadline.
- Title: Bears linked to trade for Sweat · Newsweek | Shortify
- Summary: Chicago Bears target Cardinals' Josh Sweat ahead of trade deadline. Chicago Bears could trade for Arizona Cardinals' Josh Sweat to strengthen defense before…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/bears-linked-to-potential-big-trade-for-cardinals-star-edge-rusher-12631202
- Author: Michael DeRosa
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: chicago bears, arizona cardinals, josh sweat, nfl, trade deadline, edge rusher
## Bears' defense needs upgrade
Chicago Bears have 5-2 record and are second in NFC East but need to strengthen defense ahead of trade deadline.
## Sweat named top trade candidate
ESPN reports Chicago Bears are among top landing spots for Cardinals' star edge rusher Josh Sweat.
## Cardinals likely to trade Sweat
Arizona Cardinals with 2-5 record may trade Josh Sweat before trade deadline to strengthen defense.
## Key takeaway

Chicago Bears could trade for Arizona Cardinals' Josh Sweat to strengthen defense before deadline.