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Packers consider running back trades amid uncertainty over Josh Jacobs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 1:41 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Packers consider running back trades amid uncertainty over Josh Jacobs

Summary

The Green Bay Packers are exploring trade options for running backs following Josh Jacobs' legal troubles. Jacobs faces charges related to domestic abuse, and a potential suspension could leave the Packers with depth issues at running back. With Jacobs' status uncertain, the team is looking at several candidates, including James Conner, Alvin Kamara, Devin Singletary, and Sean Tucker, to strengthen the backfield. The Packers’ current depth chart features MarShawn Lloyd and Chris Brooks, but concerns over Jacobs' availability have prompted them to act proactively this offseason.

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•Josh Jacobs faces domestic abuse charges, creating uncertainty for the Packers.
•Green Bay is pursuing running back trade options to bolster depth.
•Candidates include James Conner, Alvin Kamara, Devin Singletary, and Sean Tucker.
•Current backs MarShawn Lloyd and Chris Brooks may not suffice if Jacobs is suspended.
•A decision on Jacobs could affect the Packers' offensive plans significantly.

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1:41 AMYahoo Sports — Packers’ Trade Targets to Bolster Backfield: 5 RBs Green Bay Should Pursue Amid Josh Jacobs’ Legal Troubles

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The months following the NFL Draft are typically quiet for NFL news cycles, aside from one or two stories that drag on throughout the offseason. Last year, it was Aaron Rodgers’ prolonged saga with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and, thanks to one rookie in particular, the Cleveland Browns’ QB battle captured plenty of interest.
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