NFL places Josh Jacobs on Commissioner Exempt list
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 7:02 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

The NFL has placed Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner Exempt list following his arrest in May. Jacobs faces two misdemeanor charges, including battery, stemming from a domestic incident. While on the list, Jacobs is ineligible to play for the team but will continue to receive his $10.2 million base salary. This administrative status remains in effect while the league reviews the matter, though it does not serve as a final determination of guilt or punishment. Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur indicated he expects Jacobs to remain a member of the team. The running back's absence opens immediate roster opportunities for Packers tailbacks Chris Brooks and MarShawn Lloyd.
- •Josh Jacobs is on the Commissioner Exempt list following domestic incident charges.
- •The Packers running back remains on paid leave while the NFL reviews the case.
- •Legal charges include two misdemeanors, one of which is battery.
- •Chris Brooks and MarShawn Lloyd will see increased opportunities in the Packers backfield.
- 7:02 PMYahoo Sports — NFL places Jonathon Cooper on paid leave
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — NFL places Josh Jacobs on paid leave
"The NFL is taking care of multiple items of business under the Personal Conduct Policy.
"Jacobs was charged this week with two misdemeanors, including battery.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 7:02 PMNFL places Jonathon Cooper on paid leave
The NFL is taking care of multiple items of business under the Personal Conduct Policy.
- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 6:50 PMNFL places Josh Jacobs on paid leave
Jacobs was charged this week with two misdemeanors, including battery.
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