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Josh Jacobs apologizes as he returns to play after pleading no contest

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 00:32 · Archive

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been removed from the NFL's exempt list and is eligible to play after pleading no contest to misdemeanour charges.

Josh Jacobs apologised to his Green Bay Packers teammates on Wednesday as he returned to practice for the first time since pleading no contest to two misdemeanour charges. The charges stem from a May altercation with his then-girlfriend, during which she said he threw her to the ground. Jacobs was arrested on 26 May, three days after police attended his Wisconsin home to investigate a disturbance.

Jacobs pleaded no contest to misdemeanour counts of battery and criminal damage to property last month. The NFL had placed him on the commissioner's exempt list on 30 August, shortly after the charges were filed, which prevented him from playing or practising. He was removed from that list this week.

The three-time Pro Bowl running back is now eligible to play for the Packers after missing the first six games of the season. Speaking to reporters, Jacobs said he was grateful to return. 'Obviously, man, I'm remorseful and sorry for putting this team in this situation,' he said. 'Sometimes when you go through life, situations occur and a four-second, three-second decision can alter your life, honestly.'

The NFL is still investigating Jacobs over the incident and could impose additional discipline. Jacobs declined to discuss details of his arrest.

Josh Jacobs apologizes as he returns to play after pleading no contest
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