FRISCO, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys (4-5-1) nearly spoiled the defending Super Bowl LIX champion Philadelphia Eagles ' banner night in a narrow 24-20 Week 1 road loss.

From Philadelphia's perspective, the absence of Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jalen Carter was a key reason Dallas scored 20 points on its first four drives, including touchdowns on the opening two possessions. Carter was ejected after Prescott stepped between him and rookie right guard Tyler Booker during an exchange of trash talk.

In response to Prescott's involvement, Carter spit on him. Cowboys Pro Bowl left guard Tyler Smith , who had his back turned at the time, saw Carter engaging with Booker. Prescott intervened, Carter spit, and the resulting penalty led to the ejection . Dallas has acknowledged how s

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