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NFL to remove Josh Jacobs from Commissioner Exempt List

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 21:32 · Archive

The NFL will remove Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs from the Commissioner Exempt List on October 19, making him eligible to play again.

The NFL confirmed Friday that it has notified Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs he will be removed from the Commissioner Exempt List on October 19. He will be eligible to play in the Packers' Week 7 game on October 25 after missing six games.

Jacobs was placed on the Commissioner Exempt List on August 30 following his arrest in May. The restriction prevented the three-time Pro Bowler from playing or practising but allowed him to keep receiving a paycheck. The NFL initiated an investigation under the Personal Conduct Policy which remains ongoing and is not affected by this roster change.

Jacobs pleaded no contest last month to misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property stemming from a May altercation with his then-girlfriend. The criminal complaint noted that surveillance video from a garage camera system corroborated the woman's statement. Both Jacobs' lawyers and lawyers representing the woman filed legal action asking that the evidence be permanently sealed.

Attorneys for Jacobs said in a statement that 'Josh has dedicated the last several months to bettering himself, and he accepts responsibility for his actions'. They added he is excited to return to playing with his teammates, and that ongoing legal matters mean he will not comment further.

NFL to remove Josh Jacobs from Commissioner Exempt List
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