Packers’ Josh Jacobs says hands-behind-back TD celebration was not mocking recent arrest
Summary
Packers running back Josh Jacobs said his hands-behind-back touchdown celebration against the Carolina Panthers referenced the gospel song “Break Every Chain,” not his recent arrest. Jacobs returned to play last week after leaving the commissioner’s exempt list; the NFL investigation remains ongoing.Key Facts
- Jacobs scored on a one-yard run during Green Bay’s 27-19 win over Carolina.
- After the touchdown, Jacobs briefly placed his hands behind his back while celebrating with teammates.
- Some viewers thought the gesture resembled being handcuffed.
- Jacobs said the celebration was inspired by the gospel song “Break Every Chain.”
- Jacobs said he and teammates had planned the celebration before his season debut.
- Jacobs pleaded no contest last month to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property charges.
- The charges stemmed from an alleged May altercation with his then-girlfriend.
- The NFL removed Jacobs from the commissioner’s exempt list last week, but its investigation remains ongoing.
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