Josh Jacobs activated by Packers after six weeks on exempt list

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 23:32 · Archive

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been activated after six weeks on the commissioner's exempt list following his arrest.

Josh Jacobs has been activated by the Green Bay Packers after spending the first six weeks of the season on the commissioner's exempt list. The running back was placed on the list on 30 August following his arrest for charges relating to an altercation with his then-girlfriend in May. He pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery and misdemeanor criminal damage to property.

Jacobs is expected to start against the Detroit Lions in Week 7. While on the exempt list, he was barred from practising or playing but could attend meetings and work with strength coaches. Head coach Matt LaFleur said Jacobs 'couldn't go to any of the team activities – the practices and what not'.

The Packers have struggled at running back this season, averaging 59.8 yards per game – 16.2 fewer than any other team – and rank last in the league in yards per carry at 2.9. MarShawn Lloyd, Kaleb Johnson and Pierre Strong Jr. have all been given chances but have not been productive. Jacobs rushed for 929 yards and 13 touchdowns last season.

The NFL continues to investigate Jacobs' situation despite his activation. He can still be suspended at any point for the incident, though if any suspension is six games or fewer, he will have already served it based on his time on the exempt list.

How it is being reported

• Packers activate Josh Jacobs; running back set to play in first game since domestic violence arrestJosh Jacobs returns to the Green Bay Packers lineup against the Detroit Lions after six games on the commissioner's exempt list following his arrest.Fox News · 24 Oct, 23:07
• Josh Jacobs activated to Packers roster for first time since battery incidentPackers running back Josh Jacobs spent the first six weeks of the season on the commissioner’s exempt list following his arrest.New York Post · 24 Oct, 22:58

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