Josh Jacobs returns to Packers practice amid ongoing legal investigation
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs participated in OTAs on June 2, 2026, following an off-field legal investigation that began on May 23. Jacobs was arrested on May 26 and faces five counts related to domestic abuse. He spent about 24 hours in custody before being released. The investigation remains active, with the DA's office requesting further inquiry before making formal charges. Head coach Matt LaFleur stated that Jacobs would practice as usual, while the league is aware of the situation and in contact with the team.
- •Jacobs returned to practice on June 2 after a legal investigation.
- •He was arrested on May 26 on five domestic abuse counts.
- •Jacobs was released from custody after approximately 24 hours.
- •The DA's office is still investigating before deciding on formal charges.
- •Coach LaFleur indicated Jacobs would continue practicing normally.
- 6:05 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Jacobs practicing with Packers again while prosecutors consider whether to file charges
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Packers RB Josh Jacobs returns to practice amidst ongoing legal investigation
"Green Bay’s Josh Jacobs is practicing with the Packers while prosecutors consider whether to file charges against the three-time Pro Bowl running back following his arrest on domestic abuse allegations. Jacobs was on the field Tuesday for the Packers’ second week of organized team activities. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said before Tuesday's practice that Jacobs’ situation hasn’t caused distractions.
"The off-the-field legal investigation into Jacobs is still active even as he returns to team activities.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 6:05 PMJosh Jacobs practicing with Packers again while prosecutors consider whether to file charges
Green Bay’s Josh Jacobs is practicing with the Packers while prosecutors consider whether to file charges against the three-time Pro Bowl running back following his arrest on domestic abuse allegations. Jacobs was on the field Tuesday for the Packers’ second week of organized team activities. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said before Tuesday's practice that Jacobs’ situation hasn’t caused distractions.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:35 PMPackers RB Josh Jacobs returns to practice amidst ongoing legal investigation
The off-the-field legal investigation into Jacobs is still active even as he returns to team activities.
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