Hopefully, the NFL can see it and go back and watch the film just before the first punt of the game,” Hall said, per ESPN. “We were kind of walking face to face, and he just hauled off and spit in my face. I lost all respect for the guy, man, after that.” · When reached by CNN Sports, ...
Hopefully, the NFL can see it and go back and watch the film just before the first punt of the game,” Hall said, per ESPN. “We were kind of walking face to face, and he just hauled off and spit in my face. I lost all respect for the guy, man, after that.” · When reached by CNN Sports, the NFL said it wouldn’t comment specifically on the situation involving Carter, but noted that “a player who is disqualified could face potential further discipline in the form of a suspension or fine.”Thursday’s curtain-raising NFL game was meant to be a celebration of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl-winning campaign last year. But before even the first play from scrimmage of the 2025 NFL season, there was controversy.Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Jalen Carter was ejected for spitting at an opponent in the season-opening game against the Dallas Cowboys.“He asked or goes: ‘Are you trying to spit on me?’” Prescott told reporters. “At that point, I felt like he was insulting me. I wouldn’t spit on somebody and I’m damn sure not trying to spit on you, we’re trying to play a game and I’m wondering why you’re trying to mess with the rookie (Tyler Booker).