According to sources, the Philadelphia Eagles have been receiving trade inquiries for defensive end Josh Sweat, indicating that the team is open to parting ways with him. The news comes after recent reports revealed that the Eagles have already granted his counterpart on the edge, linebacker Haason Reddick, permission to seek a trade partner.

NFL sources have confirmed that the Eagles have been fielding calls from other teams interested in acquiring Sweat. The team has given him the green light to explore his options, with the expectation of securing suitable compensation in any potential trade. The availability of Sweat was initially reported by NFL Network.

If the Eagles are able to arrange deals for both Sweat and Reddick, sources say they will aggressively pursue replacements for their starting edge defenders. The upcoming free agency period is predicted to offer a robust market for edge rushers, with notable names such as Bryce Huff, Jonathan Greenard, Danielle Hunter, and Chase Young expected to be available for negotiations.

Eagles' general manager Howie Roseman has a reputation for being one of the most active and aggressive decision-makers in the league, particularly in the trade market. The team appears to be exploring various options to bolster their roster this offseason, keeping all doors open for potential improvements.

Sweat had a solid start to last season, recording 6.5 sacks in the first nine games. However, he struggled to maintain that production in the latter half of the season, failing to record another sack. Reddick similarly had limited impact down the stretch, tallying only 2.5 sacks over the same period.

The defensive coordinator change in Week 14, where Sean Desai was demoted and replaced by Matt Patricia, seemed to have an adverse effect on the Eagles' defense as a whole. The team expressed discontent with the performance of their starting edges, noting their deviation from defensive structure and lack of productivity.

Reddick, despite the challenges faced by the defense, managed to finish the season with 11 sacks, extending his streak of four consecutive seasons with double-digit sacks. However, his hefty contract, which includes a base salary of $14.25 million and a cap hit of nearly $22 million, makes it unlikely for him to return to Philadelphia unless a contract restructure and extension are agreed upon.

On the other hand, Sweat's contract is more manageable. He is entering the final year of a three-year, $40 million extension signed in 2021, with a base salary of $1.125 million and a cap figure of slightly over $9 million. As a result, Sweat may hold more value in the trade market than Reddick.

In the meantime, the Eagles have announced that they have reached an agreement on a one-year contract with veteran defensive end Brandon Graham. The 35-year-old, who has been with the Eagles throughout his 15-year career, has accepted a reduced role in recent seasons but remains a consistent and impactful player.

The Eagles also have high hopes for outside linebacker Nolan Smith, their first-round rookie from last season. Despite struggling to find playing time in his debut year, Smith impressed in the playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, prompting the team to consider giving him a larger role moving forward.

With the potential departure of either Reddick or Sweat, the Eagles recognize the importance of bolstering their defensive line and maintaining a strong pass rush. New defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's scheme may bring significant changes to the unit's approach in the upcoming season.

As trade inquiries continue to circulate and the team explores various options, it remains to be seen how the Eagles will navigate their offseason decisions and reshape their defense for the upcoming campaign under Fangio's guidance.