Josh Jacobs sued police to permanently seal video evidence in battery case against him

Josh Jacobs filed a lawsuit to permanently seal evidence from his battery case, including garage video, which the NFL is seeking for its investigation.

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When New York Giants quarterback Jackson Dart introduced Donald Trump at a rally, media figures such as Jamel Hill, Bowmany Jones and Dan Le Batard were quick to blast him. Yet when Green Bay Packers tight end Josh Jacobs faced allegations of domestic abuse and subsequent charges, those same critics offered a deafening silence.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has filed a lawsuit against the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department, seeking to permanently seal evidence in his battery case.

According to the criminal complaint, Jacobs is accused of throwing his ex-girlfriend to the ground and damaging her phone, and the video shows the incident in the garage. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the NFL is trying to obtain the video as part of its investigation.

Jacobs' lawsuit says police should be barred from publicly releasing "descriptions, images, audio recordings, video recordings, statements, communications or other materials" whose disclosure might threaten the woman's "privacy, dignity, safety, emotional well-being or ability to achieve closure."

The complaint also notes that public sports figures have recently been targeted for theft and other property crimes, and the release of the video shows details of the garage's interior that could put Jacobs at risk.

"The public availability of (Jacobs') schedule or travel information increases the risk that individuals can identify periods when Jacobs is away from home and use published information about his residence, garage, access points, security arrangements or property to target property." "Public release of these details would significantly increase (Jacobs') vulnerability to robbery, theft or other targeted criminal activity," the complaint states.

Jacobs pleaded no contest to property damage from the May 23 incident, both felonies. Jacobs was also ordered to have no contact with the woman involved, pay restitution, attend counseling and be under supervision for one year.

Dan Orlovsky reported the "unimaginable tragedy" of his brother-in-law's sudden death at the age of 43.

The video has not been released, and the woman's attorneys filed a motion last month to keep the evidence sealed.

The returning veteran remains on the commissioner's exempt list, although time spent there counts as suspension. The matter is under review by the league's personal conduct policy and there is no timetable for a decision.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates with his teammates after scoring against the Washington Chiefs in the second quarter at Lambeau Field on Sept. 11, 2025. (Jeff Hanisch/Imagn Images)

The NFL's base suspension for first-time domestic violence is six games without a game as part of its pay-conduct policy. The suspension may be extended depending on factors such as engaging a weapon, repeated hits, and more.

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