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The NFL announced on Sunday that it has placed Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner's Exempt List.
Jacobs was charged this week with two misdemeanors, including battery.
The NFL's decision comes after Jacobs was charged with two misdemeanors – one for battery and the other for criminal damage to property. What we know.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is facing possible NFL punishment stemming from an alleged off-field incident.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been placed on the NFL commissioner's exempt list while two misdemeanor charges against him are pending.
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NFL puts Packers’ Josh Jacobs on commissioner’s exempt list after allegedly shoving girlfriend
Josh Jacobs will now be away from the Packers as his off-field charges continue to be investigated. He was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list on Sunday, according to multiple reports. The 28-year-old running back won’t be allowed to practice or play for the Packers while he is on the list,
Former USC standout Marshawn Lloyd is expected to lead the Green Bay Packers' backfield while Josh Jacobs is in legal limbo.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs still has the support of his coach and general manager. They remain hopeful the three-time Pro Bowl selection will come off the commissioner’s exempt list and play sometime this season.
Green Bay's star running back was charged with battery and damage to property stemming from a May arrest
On Thursday, Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property. On Sunday, the NFL placed Jacobs on the Commissioner’s Exempt List, preventing him from practicing or attending games until he is removed.