Alaric Jackson felony charge dropped, NFL ban still possible

Alaric Jackson felony charge dropped by LA County DA

Los Angeles Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson will not face a felony charge after his June arrest on a domestic violence charge, the LA County District Attorney's Office confirmed, per ESPN's Adam Schefter and reporter @agetzenberg.

Jackson was arrested on June 8 after police responded to a home in West Hills around 10:46 p.m. on a battery domestic violence call. Reports indicate Jackson allegedly tried to take a woman's phone after believing she was recording him, and the woman had scratch marks on her arm.

What the diversion program means

Instead of felony prosecution, the DA's office referred Jackson's case to the LA City Attorney's Office. A spokesperson for that office, Ivor Pine, confirmed the case has been assigned to a pre-filing diversion program, which is an alternative to misdemeanor criminal prosecution.

Pine noted that "charges are not filed against the respondent at this time, however, the case stays open throughout the length of the statute of limitations. It can be re-evaluated if there are further developments."

Does Jackson still face an NFL suspension?

The legal outcome does not clear Jackson with the NFL. The league can act under its personal conduct policy independent of any criminal proceeding. Jackson already has a prior violation on his record, serving a two-game suspension in August 2024 under that same policy.

No new suspension has been announced.

Fantasy impact for Rams pass catchers

Jackson signed a three-year, $57 million contract extension with the Rams in February 2025 and is entering his sixth season protecting Matthew Stafford's blind side. His playing status is not in jeopardy based on the legal outcome alone. An NFL suspension remains a real risk, and dynasty and best-ball managers with Rams pass catchers should track any league communication before locking in roster decisions.