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Josh Jacobs pleads no contest to misdemeanor charges, NFL monitoring

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Josh Jacobs, RB for the Green Bay Packers, pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property, per Rob Demovsky and Adam Schefter. A no-contest plea means Jacobs is not contesting the charges without admitting guilt.

NFL review timeline

The NFL said there is "no timetable" for when it could discipline Jacobs under its personal conduct policy. A league official said the league has been closely monitoring all developments in the matter. No suspension has been announced.

Fantasy impact

The roster question depends on whether and when the league acts. Any suspension would directly affect Jacobs' availability and fantasy value. Handcuff options in Green Bay become relevant only if a suspension is imposed. Monitor for an NFL statement, but the lack of a stated timetable suggests no imminent decision.

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