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Dak Prescott, Jalen Carter Address ‘Spitgate’ Incident From Cowboys-Eagles Game

The new NFL season kicked off with a messy moment between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles.
Dak Prescott, Jalen Carter Address ‘Spitgate’ Incident From Cowboys-Eagles Game
Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates the touchdown of Javonte Williams #33 against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second quarter in the game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sept. 04, 2025. Mitchell Leff/Getty Images
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A heated exchange between Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter marred the NFL’s season-opening game on Sept. 4.

During the first quarter of the Eagles’ 24–21 win over the Cowboys, Prescott spit on the ground before the first play of the game while facing Carter. Carter reacted by spitting at him, which led to his ejection.
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