In a surprising development, Jabrill Peppers has been reinstated to the NFL and will be allowed to return to the Patriots this week. On Monday, the NFL announced that the league was removing Peppers Commissioner Exempt List.

The NFL removed New England Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers from the commissioner exempt list. He's now eligible to participate in practice and play in the team’s games. Peppers missed seven games since being placed on the list on Oct.

As a consequence, he was effectively barred from the Patriots facility: the team captain was neither allowed to practice, nor participate in any games. His reinstatement means that he will return to New England’s 53-man roster,