Jalen Carter found himself at the center of controversy last week, but the Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman will not face a suspension for spitting at Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott during their heated NFC East clash.
According to USA TODAY Sports, a league official confirmed that a ban is “not on the table,” though the NFL is still reviewing the incident. The source was granted anonymity because the investigation remains ongoing. Carter was tossed from the game after officials flagged him for unsportsmanlike conduct. The altercation unfolded in the first quarter, just after Eagles fullback Ben VanSumeren was injured on the opening kickoff. As players milled near the 30-yard line, Carter and Prescott exchanged words before the spitting occurred. Prescott was in the Cowboys’ huddle then walking towards Carter. Then, he leaned in on the shoulders of his offensive linemen and spit toward the acclaimed Eagles’ defensive tackle. Carter did not appear to be hit by the spit, but appeared offended.