The Green Bay Packers will retain running back Josh Jacobs on the roster for the season despite renewed abuse allegations, keeping him on the roster for the season. The decision comes as the team faces scrutiny over prior claims that surfaced after court records were released.
Records show three women accused Jacobs of physical and verbal abuse years before his May arrest. He pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors, was convicted of battery, fined $1,000, and received a deferred judgment for property damage. Coach Matt La Fleur said the organization will let the NFL’s investigation proceed, emphasizing they will not discuss the matter further at this time. Jacobs returned in Week 7 after being cleared from the commissioner’s exempt list and has played in the last two games, posting 32 carries for 75 yards and a rushing TD, plus 11 catches for 68 yards and two receiving TDs. His six games on the exempt list will count toward any future suspension.
The Packers remain last in rushing offense, and La Fleur kept the conversation about Jacobs’ recent "Break Every Chain" celebration private. The team’s support for Jacobs continues amid ongoing legal and league scrutiny, with fans and analysts watching how the situation evolves.
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