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NFL Finalizing Jalen Carter Discipline After Spitting Ejection, Suspension Still Possible

The league is closing in on a decision that could range from a hefty fine to a one-game ban.

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Jalen Carter #98 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts against the Green Bay Packers during the NFC Wild Card Playoff at Lincoln Financial Field on January 12, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni in a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Overview

  • As of Tuesday, no formal punishment has been announced for the Eagles defensive tackle, though multiple reports say the NFL is reviewing the incident and nearing a decision.
  • A fine roughly equal to a game check is widely expected, with estimates around $57,222 to about $60,000 based on Carter’s 2025 salary.
  • Pro Football Talk reports a one-game suspension remains on the table as the decision is finalized, while a USA TODAY report citing an anonymous league official said a suspension isn’t currently planned.
  • Carter was ejected six seconds into the season opener before taking a snap for spitting on Dak Prescott, after Prescott acknowledged he had spit in that direction and said he does so frequently during games.
  • Carter apologized after the game, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said the team expects clarity this week ahead of the Chiefs rematch, and Cowboys executives Jerry and Stephen Jones denounced the behavior.