Packers' Josh Jacobs gets bad news as MarShawn Lloyd prepares for starting role
If you have Josh Jacobs in fantasy, you're in trouble.
The Green Bay Packers are facing a challenge in their running back lineup as Josh Jacobs finds himself in hot water. Ahead of roster cuts on Sunday, the NFL has placed Jacobs on the commissioner's exempt list due to a misdemeanor battery charge stemming from an incident at his Wisconsin home. Jacobs, 28, is set to appear in court on November 17 as the NFL conducts its own investigation into the matter.
This status effectively puts him on paid leave, preventing him from practicing or playing football until the investigation concludes. With Jacobs' future uncertain, the Packers are turning to MarShawn Lloyd, a rookie from USC, as the likely starter for the position. Despite limited experience, Lloyd is prepared to step up and could see significant playing time.
The Packers have also acquired Pittsburgh's Kaleb Johnson, another inexperienced running back, to provide additional depth. The situation is still fluid, and the investigation's outcome could significantly impact Jacobs' status within the team.
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