Packers’ Josh Jacobs placed on commissioner exempt list while he faces misdemeanor charges
Summary
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been placed on the NFL’s commissioner exempt list while he faces misdemeanor charges related to a physical incident. This means he cannot practice or attend games but will still be paid and may participate in some team activities with permission.Key Facts
- Josh Jacobs was placed on the NFL commissioner exempt list after misdemeanor charges were filed against him.
- The charges include battery and criminal damage to property from an incident involving his girlfriend.
- Jacobs was arrested on May 26 and released the next day.
- While on the exempt list, Jacobs cannot play or practice but can attend certain team activities with permission.
- Surveillance footage supports parts of the complaint against Jacobs.
- Jacobs’ lawyers said this is a routine NFL procedure and no final decision has been made.
- Jacobs has had a strong NFL career, rushing for 7,803 yards and 74 touchdowns over seven seasons.
- The Packers’ season begins on September 13 against the Minnesota Vikings.
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