The 2025 NFL season has begun in the most absurd way possible.
Philadelphia Eagles star defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected before the first offensive snap of the game after seemingly spitting on Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.
Prescott emerged from the Cowboys’ huddle to meet Carter, who had walked toward Prescott as officials were talking over a penalty on the opening kickoff. Video replay showed Carter and Prescott talking, and Carter spit at him before walking away.
Referees immediately threw a flag, and Carter was ejected after an unsportsmanlike penalty was called.
The Lincoln Financial Field crowd let out a booming jeer as they watched one of their best defensive players walk off the field.
