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Josh Jacobs files lawsuit that may affect NFL investigation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 11:16 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Josh Jacobs files lawsuit that may affect NFL investigation

Summary

Josh Jacobs, currently on the Commissioner’s Exempt List due to an offseason arrest, has taken legal action that could complicate the NFL's ongoing investigation into his conduct. He filed a civil suit seeking to restrict access to records from a May 23 altercation at his home. This legal filing arose after local authorities announced plans to release certain records related to the incident but put the release on hold following appeals. Jacobs would receive credit for time on the exempt list if the NFL imposes a suspension, which may affect his return to the Green Bay Packers. The Packers are set to face the Dallas Cowboys at Lambeau Field on Sunday night.

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Status Watch

•Josh Jacobs remains on the Commissioner’s Exempt List.
•Jacobs seeks to limit access to records from his altercation.
•The NFL is trying to obtain video evidence related to the incident.
•The Packers aim to build on recent improvement against the Cowboys.
•Jacobs would get credit for exempt list time if suspended.

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11:16 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Jacobs takes new legal step that could complicate NFL investigation

What they're saying

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The Green Bay Packers has found its footing after defeating Chicago at home, improving to 3-2 on the season. The early season struggles appear to be fading into the background, though the Packers continue to play without star running back Josh Jacobs. Jacobs remains on the Commissioner’s Exempt List following his offseason arrest and subsequent [...]
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