Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs looks like a date has been circled for his return.
Jacobs will be activated from the Commissioner Exempt list on Monday, according to multiple reports. The veteran will likely be eligible to play in the Packers’ Week 7 game against the Detroit Lions.
Despite the change, the NFL has kept its investigation into Jacobs open. That means they could still add more discipline for Jacobs if new information comes to light.
ESPN sources: Packers RB Josh Jacobs was removed from the NFL’s Commissioner Exempt list on Monday. The investigation remains open for the NFL so it reserves the right to add additional discipline if and when necessary. Jacobs is expected to be eligible to play in Week 7. https://t.co/sAX0pDV9JT
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 16, 2026
Jacobs was accused of battery by his ex-girlfriend during the offseason, but settled his remaining legal issues in September. He’s been on the exempt list all season, and it’s probably no coincidence that he’ll be reinstated after six games, which is the standard length of NFL domestic violence suspensions. Jacobs, however, was paid throughout his six-game absence.
If the NFL chooses to reimpose a six-game suspension, they could force Jacobs to return the pay from those games. However, the six-week stay on the exempt list, will count as time served in any suspension.
Jacobs recently fought to ensure that surveillance footage of the incident remains sealed. The NFL sought the footage as part of their investigation, but was unsuccessful in viewing it. That was a major reason why Jacobs was not officially suspended over the incident.
A former All-Pro selection, Jacobs is entering his third season with Green Bay. He rushed for 929 yards in 15 games for the team in 2025.