Josh Jacobs Removed from Commissioner’s Exempt List
Josh Jacobs is set to be taken off the commissioner’s exempt list, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
The running back for the Packers was placed on the exempt list on August 30 after being arrested in Wisconsin back in May. The charges stemmed from an alleged altercation with a woman at his residence.
On September 10, Jacobs entered a plea of no contest to charges of battery and criminal destruction of property. He was fined $1,000 for the battery conviction and agreed to a deferred judgment for the destruction of property charge.
Despite this development, the NFL’s investigation related to personal conduct is still ongoing. This means the league could potentially impose further disciplinary action against Jacobs depending on the findings.
Jacobs is expected to officially come off the exempt list on Monday, which means he could be in line to play against the Lions in Week 7 on October 25.
If the NFL decides that a suspension is warranted as a result of their investigation, the six games Jacobs has already missed would likely count toward any suspension imposed.
The league’s investigation is still in progress, particularly because it has not yet reviewed the surveillance footage from inside Jacobs’ home mentioned in the reports. Some video evidence of the incident occurring in his garage has already been seen.
Recently, Jacobs filed a lawsuit to prevent the release of certain evidence and to have that material sealed permanently.
A three-time Pro Bowl selection, Jacobs played five seasons with the Raiders before signing with the Packers on a four-year, $48 million contract prior to the 2024 season.
Jacobs’ legal team, which includes attorneys Clarence F. Duchac III, David Z. Chesnoff, and Richard A. Schonfeld, issued a statement highlighting Jacobs’ commitment to personal growth and taking responsibility for his actions.
“Josh has dedicated the last several months to bettering himself, and he accepts responsibility for his actions,” the statement noted. “Josh is grateful for the support he is receiving from his teammates, coaches, the Packers organization, and the greatest fans in the world. Since there are ongoing legal matters, he will not have any further comment.”
