Josh Jacobs explains TD celebration's connection to gospel song
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:42 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs scored a touchdown in the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers on October 30 at Lambeau Field. Following the score, Jacobs performed a celebration by placing his hands behind his back, which some perceived as a reference to his legal issues from earlier this year. Jacobs clarified that it was a tribute to the gospel song "Break Every Chain" and expressed frustration over the misunderstanding. He emphasized that the complete celebration was not fully captured on camera. Jacobs finished the game with 39 rushing yards and two touchdowns, marking his second appearance this season after being on the commissioner exempt list.
- •Jacobs scored from 1 yard out, giving the Packers a 13-10 lead.
- •He later added another touchdown on a 4-yard reception.
- •Jacobs faced misdemeanor battery and property charges earlier this year.
- •It was Jacobs' second game back after a six-game absence.
- •The Packers won the game 27-19 against the Panthers.
- 5:42 PMYahoo Sports — Packers RB Josh Jacobs says hands-behind-back gesture after first-half TD vs. Panthers was ode to gospel song
"Jacobs was arrested in May and ultimately pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property.
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