Image: SportsCenter and Josh Jacobs’ Instagram
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It was one of those blink-and-you-might-miss moments that social media loves. During the Green Bay Packers’ matchup against the Arizona Cardinals on October 19, 2025, running back Josh Jacobs found the end zone, then accidentally left a young fan hanging.
The moment shows Jacobs running in for a third-quarter touchdown at State Farm Stadium. He tosses the ball into the crowd, celebrates briefly, and jogs toward the sideline. Right behind him, a kid in a Packers jersey reaches out for a high-five that never comes. It’s the kind of moment that could’ve just faded into the background of a long NFL season. But Jacobs made sure it didn’t.
A Missed Moment That Turned Into Something Special
Even though Josh Jacobs didn’t have a huge night on the stat sheet, he made every carry count. The former Alabama running back led Green Bay’s offense with two rushing touchdowns in the second half, finishing with 55 yards on 13 carries.
Jacobs’ first score came midway through the third quarter, tying the game at 13-13 after kicker Lucas Havrisik added the extra point. He celebrated by tossing the ball into the stands, not realizing a young Packers fan was standing close by, hand out and waiting for a quick high-five.
When he later saw the moment online, Jacobs responded the way any true fan favorite would. He posted on X, “To the little kid on that TD I didn’t see you hit me I got something for you 💚.” No excuses. No PR move. Just a genuine promise that instantly won people over.
To the little kid on that TD I didn’t see you hit me I got something for you 💚
— Josh Jacobs (@iAM_JoshJacobs) October 20, 2025
It might’ve been a small gesture, but it said everything about who he is. Jacobs didn’t just score touchdowns that night, he reminded everyone why fans root for players like him.
Fans Loved Seeing Jacobs’ Heart Off The Field
The reaction online was overwhelmingly positive. Packers fans, Raiders fans (his former team), and even rival NFC North supporters filled the comments with love. One fan laughed, writing, “Can’t leave lil bro hanging 😂😂😂.” Another said, “That’s a nice touch. I’m sure he will follow through on his promise. Love to see when athletes use their influence for good. Happens a lot.”
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Others chimed in with short but powerful messages like “Man of the people,” “True champion 🔥,” and “Amazing job acknowledging this. I told my wife when I saw it and I’m glad you’re stepping up. So many others wouldn’t. Seriously, first class from a top human being!”
Amazing job acknowledging this. I told my wife when I saw it and I’m glad you’re stepping up. So many others wouldn’t.
Seriously, first class from a top human being!
— Yawger (@Yawger20) October 20, 2025
What stood out most was how quickly everything flipped. In less than a day, what started as a missed high-five turned into one of the most heartwarming sports moments of the week, a reminder that the best plays don’t always happen on the field.
In a season full of heated rivalries and highlight reels, Josh Jacobs gave fans something different: a moment of genuine connection. And if his message is any indication, that little fan won’t just get a high-five next time, he might walk away with a memory for life.