Green Bay's RB Workload In Second Preseason Game

With his return, he’ll fill the void he left at the RB1 job, relegating MarShawn Lloyd back to RB2 duties, where a position battle has ensued during camp. Jacobs will headline a Packers rushing attack eyeing a strong showing after finishing the 2025 season ranked No. 18 in football.

The three-time Pro Bowler shined at times, headlining the run game with 929 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns on the ground over 234 carries. He served as a reliable safety blanket for Jordan Love in the passing game, matching his 36 catches from 2024, this time posting 282 yards and a 14th touchdown.

His return to practice was a welcome sight for the coaching staff, as the star back gears up for a big year. With uncertainty at the RB2 spot, Jacobs could take on a slightly expanded role for the Packers this season.

Lack Of Separation In RB2 Battle Could Generate Greater Reliance On Josh Jacobs

Following the loss of Emanuel Wilson, who emerged as a reliable backup behind Jacobs last season, the team has struggled to fill the void at RB2 to this point of the offseason. MarShawn Lloyd likely commands the lead of the position battle at this stage, though injury concerns and inconsistent play could limit his case for the job.

Pierre Strong Jr., Jaden Nixon and Damien Martinez have each posted valuable reps, though no member of the running back room is yet to run away with the job – no pun intended.

A lack of a reliable backup could force Matt LaFleur and Adam Stenavich to lean on Jacobs with greater regularity in 2026. LaFleur will look to establish a consistent run game to uplift Love as a passer, and Jacobs will be the focal point of such.

Another year with a 300-plus-carry workload feels well within Jacobs’ realm, who posted a career year with such volume in 2024. This split in touches among Green Bay’s backfield could position Jacobs for a potential All-Pro bid this year.