The Panthers’ pass-rush overhaul hit a major snag when drafted star Nic Scourton tore his ACL, leaving them scrambling just 19 days before the season. With Jaelan Phillips already on board, they’re eyeing Josh Sweat — a Pro Bowl sack machine from Arizona — as a potential solution. But Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort has shut down trade rumors, calling Sweat a cornerstone player despite Arizona’s non-contender status. While Sweat’s unhappiness fuels speculation, the Cardinals aren’t budging — and the price to pry him away would be steep. The Panthers may need to rethink their strategy, but in NFL chaos, anything’s possible before Week One.

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