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Jalen Carter escapes NFL suspension after spitting on Dak Prescott

Rob Maadi
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) walks off the field after being ejected for a spitting incident
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) walks off the field after being ejected for a spitting incident (AP)
  • Jalen Carter was fined $57,222 for spitting on Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.
  • The incident occurred just seconds into the NFL's season opener on Thursday night.
  • The Pro Bowl defensive tackle avoided a suspension from the league despite the fine.
  • Carter was ejected from the Philadelphia Eagles' 24-20 victory over the Cowboys after only six seconds.
  • He is expected to be available for the Eagles' upcoming match against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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