Packers’ Josh Jacobs Placed on Commissioner’s Exempt List Amid Misdemeanor Charges
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been placed on the NFL's commissioner exempt list while he faces two misdemeanor charges, battery and criminal damage to property, stemming from a physical confrontation in Wisconsin.
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 30, 2026 —
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been placed on the National Football League’s commissioner’s exempt list. This decision comes as Jacobs faces two misdemeanor charges: battery and criminal damage to property. The charges stem from a physical confrontation that occurred in Wisconsin.
The commissioner’s exempt list is a roster designation available to the NFL commissioner. Players placed on this list are not allowed to practice or play in games until their legal situation is resolved. The specific duration for a player to remain on the list can vary.
The NFL has not released further details regarding the timeline for Jacobs’ potential return to team activities or games. The team has also not provided a statement beyond acknowledging the situation and its compliance with league protocols.
Further information regarding the specifics of the physical confrontation, the date it occurred, and the exact details leading to the charges were not immediately available. The league and the team are expected to monitor the legal proceedings closely. The specific outcomes of the charges against Josh Jacobs are pending.
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