Josh Jacobs remains on Commissioner’s Exempt List as NFL investigates

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Josh Jacobs remains on Commissioner’s Exempt List as NFL investigates
Summary

Josh Jacobs continues to be absent from the Green Bay Packers as he stays on the NFL’s Commissioner’s Exempt List. This follows his no contest plea to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage charges from a recent offseason incident. The NFL is reviewing the case closely, but a key motion has been filed by the victim's attorneys to keep evidence, including video footage, sealed, complicating the league's investigation. Analysts have suggested Jacobs could face a suspension ranging from four to six games, but this is subject to change based on the investigation's findings. Jacobs had already been sidelined for the Packers' season opener against the Minnesota Vikings, which resulted in a loss for Green Bay.

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  • Jacobs pleads no contest in misdemeanor battery case.
  • Victim's attorneys seek to seal crucial video evidence.
  • NFL investigation continues, with a potential suspension looming.
  • Packers lost to the Vikings in a season-opening matchup without Jacobs.
  • Absence has already affected Green Bay's offensive capabilities.
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Josh Jacobs continues to remain away from the Green Bay Packers while he sits on the NFL’s Commissioner’s Exempt List following his no contest plea in the case. The running back pleaded to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property charges stemming from an offseason incident involving his then girlfriend. As part of the court’s [...]

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