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NFL Makes Decision on Packers RB Josh Jacobs’ Status Amid New Abuse Allegations

The NFL has made a quick decision on Josh Jacobs' status after new abuse allegations against the Greeb Bay Packers running back emerged.

By Owen Crisafulli · Heavy

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 4:57 PM

Key Things to Know

The NFL announced Josh Jacobs remains eligible to play while reviewing newly emerged abuse allegations.
The league confirmed the new allegations will be reviewed as part of its ongoing investigation.
Jacobs previously missed six games this season while on the Commissioner's Exempt List following an arrest.

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The NFL announced that Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs remains eligible to play despite facing new abuse allegations. The league confirmed that it will review these new claims as part of an ongoing open investigation, electing not to make an immediate change to his playing status.

Jacobs previously spent six games on the Commissioner's Exempt List following an arrest related to a domestic dispute before returning in Week 7. After playing in Green Bay's recent 27-19 victory over the Carolina Panthers, Jacobs remains technically eligible ahead of the team's upcoming matchup against the New England Patriots.

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NFL Makes Decision on Packers RB Josh Jacobs’ Status Amid New Abuse Allegations

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