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The Philadelphia Eagles began their 2025 NFL season with a dramatic 24-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys. But the headline-grabbing moment came just six seconds in — when star defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected for spitting on Dak Prescott.
Eagles Squeeze Past Cowboys in a Chaotic Opener
The defending Super Bowl champions raised their banner with a hard-fought win, but Carter’s shocking ejection nearly derailed them. On the opening sequence, Carter exchanged words with Prescott before spitting on the Cowboys quarterback. Referees wasted no time — ejecting him immediately.
“It was a mistake on my side. It won’t happen again,” Carter admitted postgame, apologizing to teammates and fans.
Prescott, meanwhile, downplayed the incident, insisting he hadn’t spat at Carter intentionally. Referee Shawn Smith clarified:
“It’s a disqualifiable foul. A non-football act.”
How the Game Unfolded
- Dallas struck first: The Cowboys capitalized on Carter’s absence with a touchdown drive capped by Javonte Williams.
- Back-and-forth scoring: The first eight possessions produced points before a lightning delay halted play.
- Hurts & Barkley deliver: Jalen Hurts posted 214 yards of offense while Saquon Barkley scored a key rushing TD.
- Jake Elliott clutch: A 58-yard field goal proved decisive.
The Eagles’ defense, despite Carter’s absence and nine penalties for 110 yards, held firm in crunch time.
Cowboys’ Missed Chances
Prescott threw for 188 yards, while CeeDee Lamb shined with 110 yards on seven catches. Yet, late dropped passes and a Sanders fumble in the red zone cost Dallas dearly.
The Cowboys now face questions about their post-Micah Parsons defense, while the Eagles — despite disciplinary issues — showed resilience worthy of a reigning champion.