The NFL is fining Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter for spitting on Dak Prescott during last week's season opener, a move resulting in an immediate ejection before the first play from scrimmage following the opening kickoff.

Playing without its star defensive tackle, Philadelphia blanked the Cowboys in the second half of a 24-20 win, but Carter's absence was felt throughout the game -- especially at the line of scrimmage. Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio did not hold back in his assessment of Carter's stunt.

"Well, to be considered a leader, actions speak louder than words," Fangio said Tuesday when asked about Carter's maturity and leadership, via NJ.com . "And he's got to speak with his actions."

Carter apologized after the incident and does not plan on

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