The NFL is investigating the incident during the season opener between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys where Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected after spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott. The altercation occurred just six seconds into the game, leading to Carter’s immediate removal and a 15-yard penalty for the Eagles. The league is considering potential additional disciplinary actions beyond the one-game suspension, as Carter was ejected before the first snap of the game. The incident has sparked a series of public statements and apologies from both players and the teams involved.
Initial video footage of the incident suggested that Prescott may have been the first to spit, which he later explained was a habitual action rather than an intentional act against Carter. In a post-game interview, Prescott clarified that he felt Carter was