Josh Jacobs’ ex-girlfriend makes major legal move as NFL seeks access to crucial evidence in Packers RB case

Josh Jacobs ' former girlfriend has made a major legal move by asking a Wisconsin court to permanently seal evidence connected to the case involving the Green Bay Packers running back.

The motion was filed on Tuesday by attorneys representing the woman, identified in court documents as ANM, with the request centred on protecting her privacy.

The development comes just days after Jacobs pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property charges following a May 23 incident at his residence.

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According to the filing, ANM's attorneys want sensitive records and discovery materials kept from public release. Their statement said the motion was "consistent with our client's desire to protect her privacy, particularly in light of Mr. Jacobs taking responsibility for his actions in the criminal proceeding."

The request could also have implications for the NFL, which is conducting its own investigation into the case.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport has reported that the league is seeking surveillance video from the incident. According to the criminal complaint, footage exists from inside Jacobs' garage.

Jacobs was initially arrested after police responded to a disturbance complaint on May 23. He was later booked on five counts, including felony strangulation/suffocation and misdemeanour charges of battery, criminal damage to property, disorderly conduct and intimidation.

The case was reduced before Jacobs' September 10 court appearance. He pleaded no contest to battery and criminal damage to property, receiving a $1,000 fine for the battery charge.

He also received a one-year deferred judgment agreement for the property-damage charge. The conditions include counselling, no contact with ANM, supervision and restitution.

Jacobs has remained on the NFL's Commissioner Exempt List since August 30 and cannot play or practise while the league reviews the case.

ANM's attorneys have argued that releasing the evidence could threaten her privacy, dignity and safety. A judge has yet to rule on the request for permanent sealing, although a temporary injunction was granted on September 10.

For Jacobs and the Packers, the NFL investigation now remains the next major development, with the league's access to the evidence potentially affected by the court's decision.