Eagles' Jalen Carter Ejected for Spitting on Cowboys' Dak Prescott

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected just seconds into the 2025 NFL season opener against the Dallas Cowboys after spitting on quarterback Dak Prescott, an act widely condemned by analysts, players, and fans. The incident occurred during an injury timeout following the opening kickoff, with video showing Prescott had spat on the ground near Carter first, though Carter's retaliatory spit directly on Prescott was deemed unsportsmanlike conduct leading to a 15-yard penalty and ejection. ESPN analyst Ryan Clark harshly criticized Carter, calling him a "low-level human" and urged Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni to publicly reprimand him. The ejection shifted momentum, allowing Dallas to score early, though Philadelphia ultimately won 24-20. Social media and sports media personalities, including Stephen A. Smith, demanded severe disciplinary action, with the NFL expected to consider suspension or fines. Philadelphia teammates and coaches expressed mixed reactions, acknowledging the severity of Carter's behavior and its impact on the team.