Josh Jacobs put on a show Monday night against the New Orleans Saints, looking like a man on a mission as he dominated from the first snap.
The Green Bay Packers running back came out firing early in the game, quickly setting the tone on the opening drive. Jacobs showcased his explosive power and vision, ripping off several strong runs during a 10-play, 63-yard drive that ended with a touchdown. However, the highlight of his performance came on a key first-and-10 play from the Saints’ 21-yard line.
As Jacobs broke through the right side of the line, he exploded down the sideline, setting up what seemed like an inevitable collision with Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu. But Jacobs had other plans. With a brutal, perfectly-timed stiff-arm, he shoved Mathieu completely out of bounds, sending him flying in spectacular fashion.
The move was so vicious that it seemed to leave Mathieu scrambling for footing as Jacobs sailed past him. The force of the stiff-arm was jaw-dropping, leaving fans and analysts alike in awe of Jacobs’ physicality and determination. It was a moment of sheer dominance that made the 25-year-old running back look like an unstoppable force.
Here’s another angle of the moment, and it’s easy to see why this play is being talked about all over social media.
This play wasn’t just a highlight reel moment — it was a statement. Jacobs, a two-time Pro Bowler, has been a key part of the Packers’ success this season, and he proved why he’s one of the most feared running backs in the league. His performance was a huge reason why the Packers, with their 10-4 record, are looking to keep their playoff hopes alive. Meanwhile, the Saints, sitting at 5-9, continue to struggle, with injuries having taken a major toll on their season.
With Jacobs playing at this level, the Packers are poised to make some serious noise in the postseason. For the Saints, it’s a season they’d rather forget, but this monstrous stiff-arm from Jacobs is one play they’ll surely remember for a long time.