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Packers have not seen video in Josh Jacobs case, GM says
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Key Points:
- The Green Bay Packers have not yet seen the surveillance video related to the Josh Jacobs criminal case, according to GM Brian Gutekunst, as the legal process is ongoing.
- Josh Jacobs was charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property following an alleged incident on May 23 involving a woman at his home, with prosecutors citing video evidence that supports the woman's statement.
- Jacobs has been placed on the NFL commissioner exempt list, which allows him to be at the team facility but prohibits him from practicing or playing in games.
- Packers coach Matt LaFleur expressed trust in Jacobs' account of the incident and confirmed Jacobs' presence at the team facility under NFL rules.
- Gutekunst remains hopeful Jacobs will play this season but emphasizes the team will await the outcome of the legal process before making further decisions.
