Eagles legend shades Dak Prescott for Jalen Carter 'spitgate' incident

The drama between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles started before the first play from scrimmage in the NFL's kickoff game at Lincoln Financial Field on Thursday.

In a moment that could down in history for the legendary rivalry, Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected for spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott after the two exchanged words following the opening kickoff. Prescott had spit on the ground in the direction of Carter, who took offense.

Even without Carter, the Eagles managed to hang on for a 24-20 win but the incident remained a viral talking point.

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When the game entered a near hour-long lightning delay in the third quarter, new camera angles of Prescott initially spitting in Carter's direction prompted some fans to put blame on the Cowboys star quarterback despite the harmless and unintentional act. This included Eagles legend Jason Kelce, who took this as an opportunity to side with Carter while seemingly shading Prescott in the process.

Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce on the Monday Night Football set before a game at Lincoln Financial Field. | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

While reacting to a video of Prescott spitting in Carter's direction, Kelce made it clear who he felt was at fault for the ordeal.

"And the truth shall set you free," Kelce wrote on X.

And the truth shall set you free https://t.co/VqWuYddxm6
— Jason Kelce (@JasonKelce) September 5, 2025

Prescott said after the game that he was trying to spit on the ground over his offensive lineman's shoulders as the Cowboys got into their first huddle of the game. It happened to be in the direction of Carter, prompting the reaction.

"I'm pretty sure he knows that I didn't try to spit on him or wasn't even aiming to spit on him," Prescott said. "So something that's probably going to get a lot of coverage and a lot of attention. ... Unfortunate circumstances."

Carter even took accountability for the incident, essentially ending any speculation that Prescott was at fault.

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"It's a mistake that happened on my side, and it won't happen again," Carter said postgame.

It's safe to say that this storyline will continue to be talked about when the Cowboys and Eagles meet again in Week 12 at AT&T Stadium.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter walks off the field after being ejected during the first quarter of the game against the Dallas Cowboys. | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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