Still think it is a half-measure and see no reason why it wouldn’t be F-16s.
Sweden is a small country (10M) and will be afraid to sign off on it.
If America would lead with the near end-of-life F-16s (that are basically almost worthless anyway) then a lot of smaller countries having these would dare to join too.
A lot more training programs, spare parts and ammo available than when going with Gripen too!
The F-16 requires regular bases and more training and maintenance than the Grippen, which was designed for dispersed, improvised fields in combat against Russia. Sweden has already authorized military aid to Ukraine and is becoming a NATO member. They may also see success by the Grippen against Russia as a potent argument for more export sales.