Packers Navigate Running Back Uncertainty | NFL News

On September 2nd, so the Green Bay Packers running back situation for 2026 is looking real

different than planned.

Star player Josh Jacobs, who had a solid year with 13 touchdowns and over 900 rushing

yards despite some injuries, is now on the Commissioner's Exemplist.

This comes after he was arrested in May and faced two criminal charges last week.

He sidelined indefinitely while the league figures out a suspension.

To feel that void, the Packers are leaning on Marshawn Lloyd as their new starting

running back.

They also brought back Chris Brooks, who s a key guy for pass blocking and catching.

Plus, they picked up Caleb Johnson through a trade and added Pierre strong to the practice

squad.

It s a shuffle to keep the offense moving.

Head coach Matt LaFleur has publicly backed Jacobs, saying he believes his players account

of things.

LaFleur mentioned having conversations and trusting Jacobs until proven otherwise.

It seems the team is taking a wait and see approach, especially since they claim not

to have seen the video evidence that led to the charges.

This situation is still developing.

The league s investigation and any potential suspension will determine how long Jacobs

is out.

The Packers are clearly preparing for a scenario where he might miss significant time, hence

the roster moves.

For now, the focus is on the guys who are ready to play.

The team is making adjustments and trying to stay focused on the season ahead, even with

this major uncertainty at the running back position.

That s the story for today, NFL News Today, driven by AI, I m Cory with the story.