Packers slammed with more Josh Jacobs concerns ahead of Week 1

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs. USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

Packers slammed with more Josh Jacobs concerns ahead of Week 1

By Ernesto Cova | Last updated Aug 21, 2026 9:02 AM ET

The Green Bay Packers may still not be in the clear with star running back Josh Jacobs.

The workhorse back returned to practice after sitting for a while with an injury, but he may still not take the field for the season opener, though not for a physical impediment.

According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, there's still a chance that he faces league discipline. He was arrested following an alleged domestic incident earlier in the offseason, and there's still an ongoing investigation.

Josh Jacobs could still be suspended

“I think the Packers would like for them to wait for the process to play out,” Schefter said on EPSN Milwaukee. “I think the league is always trying to step in and be proactive rather than reactive. I don’t know what side will prevail. I do know that it is absolutely up for debate, and the league has looked into it. I don’t know where the league will come out. I will not be surprised if there is discipline by the time the season starts.”

"I will not be surprised if there's discipline handed out by the time the season starts."

️ @AdamSchefter on the possibility of Josh Jacobs being disciplined by the NFL. pic.twitter.com/ytawoJDfY0
— ESPN Milwaukee (@ESPNMilwaukee) August 19, 2026

Of course, Jacobs denies any wrongdoing, and he was released from jail, so these are only accusations. He's presumed innocent until proven guilty, but any new development in this case could result in the league suspending him early in the campaign.

Judging by Schefter's insistence, there might be more to this story than what has come to light thus far, but again, that would be mere speculation. The Packers need their workhorse running back to take pressure off Jordan Love's shoulders, especially with no established backup after Emanuel Wilson's departure.

Ernesto Cova

Ernesto is a bilingual (English-Spanish) sports writer with over eight years of experience covering major leagues such as the NBA, NFL, and MLB. Ernesto’s work focuses on providing insightful, up-to-date coverage of sports, blending his expertise in sports psychology with a passion for analyzing player performance, team dynamics, and trade developments across various sports leagues

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