Josh Jacobs Formally Charged Following May Arrest

Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been formally charged with two misdemeanors stemming from his May arrest in Wisconsin.

The Brown County District Attorney’s Office filed charges of misdemeanor battery and misdemeanor criminal damage to property against Jacobs. He had initially been booked on five allegations following a domestic disturbance call, including felony strangulation and suffocation.

Prosecutors ultimately elected not to pursue the felony allegation or two of the other misdemeanors connected to the arrest.

A member of Jacobs’ legal team released a statement following the decision.

“The Brown County District Attorney has reviewed evidence and elected to file misdemeanor charges against Josh that do not include domestic violence. The allegations will be addressed in court, and not in the media. Mr. Jacobs respects the District Attorney’s office and the process it followed.”

Jacobs has continued to practice for Green Bay since the May incident. However, the resolution of the criminal charges and his availability on the field are separate from any discipline the NFL may impose.

The league has been monitoring developments surrounding Jacobs and continues to review the matter under its Personal Conduct Policy.

The Packers are also preparing for the possibility that their starting running back could miss time during the 2026 season.

Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst addressed that possibility earlier this week, saying the organization has “obviously been preparing” for a potential Jacobs suspension.

No league discipline has been announced at this time, leaving Jacobs available to the Packers as they prepare for the regular season.