Josh Jacobs arrest could expose one of the Packers biggest roster weaknesses in major way during 2026 season
The running back was arrested in Wisconsin, and that’s a major blow for what the Packers want to achieve this year.
Out of nowhere, the Green Bay Packers had a major blow for their 2026 season expectations. On Tuesday, running back Josh Jacobs was arrested.
According to the press release from the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department, Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested following an investigation into a disturbance complaint on May 23. The department also stated that the investigation remains active and ongoing, with no additional information being released at this time.
Josh Jacobs’ arrest
Police said Jacobs was booked into the Brown County Jail on the following charges:
- Battery — Domestic Abuse
- Criminal Damage to Property — Domestic Abuse
- Disorderly Conduct — Domestic Abuse
- Strangulation and Suffocation
- Intimidation of a Victim
Football impact
Now, it’s unclear when Josh Jacobs will be back on the field or if he will get some type of suspension from the NFL — besides all the human elements involved in the situation.
The Packers already had reasons for concern at the running back position. The team allowed Emanuel Wilson to walk in free agency, then re-signed Chris Brooks to a two-year contract. He’s probably a better option to play just a complementary piece, though. MarShawn Lloyd is a talented runner as a former third-round pick, but he’s played one game in two years due to a sequence of injuries.
Beyond Lloyd and Brooks, the roster has Damien Martinez and Pierre Strong Jr., two players who finished the season on the practice squad, and undrafted rookie Jaden Nixon.
Josh Jacobs’ situation
Jacobs signed a four-year, $48 million contract with the Packers back in 2024. He was a Pro Bowler in his first year in Green Bay, but regressed a little bit last season. He totaled 2,882 scrimmage yards and 30 touchdowns in his two years for the Packers.
Jacobs is set to make $11.5 million in 2026 and $13.5 million in 2027, but there are no guarantees left on his deal. If the Packers eventually decide to cut Jacobs, the team would have $6.25 million in dead money, clearing up $8.3 million in cap space.