Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs drew the ire of fans after making a pointless celebration against the Carolina Panthers.
The Green Bay Packers picked up their fourth win in five games after defeating the Carolina Panthers, 27-19, at Lambeau Field on Thursday.
The Packers got off to a strong start, building a 10-point lead, 20-10, at halftime. Josh Jacobs contributed to the double-digit lead by scoring on a one-yard run with 6:33 left in the second quarter.
After his touchdown, Jacobs celebrated by pretending to be handcuffedas his teammates whooped him into the end zone.
In May, the 28-year-old running back was arrested at his home in Wisconsin on charges of domestic disturbance, battery, and property damage stemming from an argument with his girlfriend.
Jacobs was criticized by fans for his foolish behavior against the Panthers.
“No way Josh Jacobs just did a handcuff celebration after being arrested for domestic violence. This guy has no shame 🤦♂️,” said @ghetto_gronk.
“Must not return to the field!” added @GrantMcMullen10.
“WTF, Packers. This is a huge FU to the commissioner, organization, and fans. Keep celebrating domestic violence,” @JJ1plw wrote.
“I hope the Packers cut him,” @rubydog556 commented.
“Stay classy, Green Bay,” posted @chisportsross.
“I’d like to give him the benefit of the doubt and assume he’s not tone deaf enough to do this shit, but IDK, it’s too bad,” said @Jordan10VEOnTop.
Last month, Jacobs pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges and missed the first six weeks of the season after being sanctioned by the NFL.
He signed a four-year, $48 million contract extension with the Packers through 2024.
Green Bay will take on the New England Patriots in Week 9.
The Green Bay Packers picked up their fourth win in five games after defeating the Carolina Panthers, 27-19, at Lambeau Field on Thursday. The Packers got off to a strong start, building a 10-point lead, 20-10, at halftime. Josh Jacobs contributed to the double-digit lead by scoring on a one-yard run with 6:33 left in the second quarter.