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Packers RB Josh Jacobs Breaks Silence on New Abuse Allegations

Green Bay Packers‘ running back Josh Jacobs had new physical and verbal abuse allegations come to light after being taken off the Commissioner’s Exempt list and returning to the field in Week 7. While Jacobs and his lawyers released a…

By Parker Hurley · Heavy

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 9:43 PM

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Josh Jacobs spoke out against new abuse allegations, describing them as completely false attacks on his character.
Jacobs was previously charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property, which he resolved in court.
The running back credited his Green Bay Packers teammates for supporting him through his off-field challenges.

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has addressed new abuse allegations, calling them completely false and an attack on his character. Jacobs stated that people are making up claims from past seasons after he already resolved a prior legal matter involving charges of misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property.

Jacobs credited his teammates for their support and noted that they have helped him through emotional moments. Head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed that Jacobs will start in Week 9 against the New England Patriots, explaining that the Packers will let the NFL handle the situation.

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Packers RB Josh Jacobs Breaks Silence on New Abuse Allegations

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