LaFleur says he fully anticipates Packers keeping Josh Jacobs while charges are pending
Summary
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur said the team plans to keep running back Josh Jacobs while he faces two misdemeanor charges related to an incident with his girlfriend. The charges were filed three months after the event, and the NFL is monitoring the situation.Key Facts
- Josh Jacobs faces misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property from an incident three months ago.
- The Brown County District Attorney’s office filed the charges.
- Jacobs was arrested on May 26 and released from jail the next day.
- Coach Matt LaFleur expects Jacobs to remain on the Packers’ roster.
- Jacobs’ lawyers stated the charges do not include domestic violence and said the case will be handled in court.
- The NFL is aware of the charges and is monitoring the case.
- Jacobs rushed for 929 yards and 13 touchdowns last season, following a strong 2024 season with 1,329 yards and 15 touchdowns.
- Other running backs on the Packers’ roster include MarShawn Lloyd, Pierre Strong Jr., and Chris Brooks.
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