Packers’ Josh Jacobs vows to ‘learn from this mistake’ amid NFL investigation

Jacobs addressed the media for the first time since his arrest.

By Zac Wassink · Yardbarker

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 12:49 PM

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is set to make his season debut against the Detroit Lions.
Jacobs expressed remorse in his first media appearance following his plea deal related to a May arrest.
The NFL is still investigating the incident, though Jacobs' six missed games would count toward any potential suspension.

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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs addressed the media for the first time since his May arrest, expressing remorse as he prepares to make his season debut against the Detroit Lions. Jacobs missed the first six games of the season on the commissioner's exempt list following a plea deal involving battery and criminal destruction of property charges.

The NFL continues to investigate the matter, and any eventual suspension under the personal conduct policy would credit the six games Jacobs has already missed. Quarterback Jordan Love noted the Packers plan to heavily involve Jacobs to bolster a rushing offense currently ranked last in the league.

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