Packers, LaFleur enthused Jacobs, ‘an elite-level back,’ can practice Wednesday

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is scheduled to return to practice Wednesday and could play Sunday against the Detroit Lions. Jacobs missed the first six games of the season on the NFL commissioner exempt list. Head coach Matt LaFleur expressed optimism regarding his physical condition, noting that Jacobs remained engaged and conditioned with team strength coaches during his time away from team practices.

Jacobs' return could bolster a Green Bay rushing offense that currently ranks last in the league with 59.8 yards per game. Meanwhile, Jacobs remains under NFL personal conduct policy investigation following a no contest plea in September to a battery charge, leaving him potentially vulnerable to future suspensions depending on the league's final ruling.