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NFL will review the spit interaction between Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott and Philadelphia Eagles Defensive Tackle Jalen Carter, resulting in Carter’s early drafts from Thursday evening’s game, according to a report.
Carter, 24, was thrown from the game only six seconds into the season opener after he appeared to spit At Prescott. In addition to Carter’s draft unsportsmanlike behavior, Eagles was also hit with a 15-yard penalty.
The Philadelphia Eagles Defensive Tackle Jalen Carter goes off the field after being disqualified for unsportsmanlike behavior before an NFL football match against Dallas Cowboys on Thursday 4 September 2025 in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
But Carter could meet further discipline from the league.
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NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Friday morning that the NFL is reviewing the interaction for “Possible additional discipline.” He noted that Carter’s early draft already served as a one-game pension because he was thrown before the first snap of the game.
The first reaction to the saliva was complicated when videos later shared to social media seemed to show the prescott spat first. He spoke to journalists after the game, he confirmed that he spat first – but of habit.
Prescott explained it Eagles’ Star seemed to be “trolling” cowboys -guard Tyler Booker and that he currently felt the need to spit -not an unusual Gameeday practice for the veteran -quarterback.
Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Dak Prescott (4) calls a play on the line with review during the first quarter of the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on September 4, 2025. (Bill Streicher/Imag photos)
Eagles’ Jalen Carter addresses spit event, gives teams to teammates
“I just looked at him. I was right here of the two linemen and I suppose I had to spit and I wouldn’t spit on my linemen and I just spit in front.”
Prescott said Carter called him to try to spit on him, an accusation he made insult on.
“At the time, I felt he was offending me. I wouldn’t spit on anyone and I’m cursed with not trying to spit on you.”
Prescott said Carter’s retaliation was “more surprising than anything else.” He called him a “hell of a player” and added that the draft was “unfortunate.”
The Philadelphia Eagles Defensive Tackle Jalen Carter (98) goes off the field after being disqualified for unsportsmanlike behavior before an NFL football match against Dallas Cowboys on Thursday 4 September 2025 in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Carter to his side apologized after the game.
“It was a mistake that happened on my side. It won’t happen again,” Carter said. “I feel bad for just my teammates and fans out there. I do it for them. I do it for my family too. But the fans showed the most love.”
