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NFL Issues One-Game Equivalent Punishment to Eagles DT Jalen Carter After Spitting Incident – Prescott Escapes Without Penalty After Successful Appeal

The NFL announced on Tuesday that Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter has officially received a one-game equivalent punishment following his controversial ejection in Week 1 against the Dallas Cowboys. The discipline comes after Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott filed an appeal, but league sources confirmed that Prescott himself will not face any penalty.

According to league sources, Carter has been fined the equivalent of a one-game suspension after spitting on quarterback Dak Prescott. Instead of removing him from the lineup, the league converted the punishment into a financial penalty matching his weekly game check.

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The NFL clarified that because Carter was ejected before participating in a single play, his suspension is technically considered to have been served in Week 1. However, he will still forfeit his $57,222 game check as part of the discipline. The NFL Players Association has also informed the league that Carter will not contest the ruling and has waived his right to appeal.

Carter, who played just one snap before being removed for unsportsmanlike conduct, admitted fault after the game but expressed his regret toward teammates and fans:
"You know it was a mistake that happened on my side, and it just won't happen again. I feel bad for just my teammates and the fans out there. I'm doing it for them. I'm doing it for my family also but the fans, they show the most love. You heard them out there and not being able to start the game to finish the game just f---- me up, but it won't happen again."

While the punishment officially closes the matter for the league, some Eagles fans expressed frustration that Prescott faced no financial or disciplinary action despite being involved in the altercation. Meanwhile, Carter will move forward eligible to play in Week 2 when the Eagles face the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in a rematch of February’s Super Bowl.

The league emphasized in a statement that this ruling reflects its broader focus on sportsmanship in 2025:
"League rules prohibiting unsportsmanlike conduct are of vital importance to everyone involved in the game. The NFL has been clear with players, clubs, and the NFLPA that it plans to place particular emphasis on sportsmanship this season."

Bills Cheerleader Sues Bills Player for Sexual Harassment After He Relentlessly Flirted With Her – Despite Being Married with a Child
BUFFALO, NY – December 11, 2025 A bombshell lawsuit has just been filed in Erie County Court that has all of Western New York talking. Ashley, the 24-year-old face of the Buffalo Jills and widely regarded as the squad’s most popular and recognizable cheerleader, has officially sued a current Buffalo Bills player for what her legal team calls “persistent and unwanted sexual harassment through aggressive flirting” – even though the player is married with a young child. Court documents obtained today name 27-year-old Shane Buechele – the Bills’ third-string QB who married his high-school sweetheart Reiley in 2022 and has a 2-year-old son – as the defendant. What the lawsuit alleges: Since the start of the 2025 season, Buechele allegedly began sending Ashley private Instagram messages after every home game, complimenting her looks and performances with increasingly suggestive language. Multiple late-night phone calls (some as late as 2-3 a.m.) in which Buechele allegedly complained about his lack of playing time, “just wanted to hear her voice,” and invited her for private coffee meet-ups. Unsolicited shirtless and suggestive photos sent directly to Ashley’s phone. Repeatedly showing up “by coincidence” at community and charity events Ashley was scheduled to attend, creating unwanted one-on-one encounters. In the filing, Ashley states: “I made it crystal clear on multiple occasions that I only wanted a professional relationship and was focused on my career. He completely ignored my boundaries. The middle-of-the-night calls left me terrified and suffering from severe insomnia. This has taken a serious toll on my mental health.” Immediate fallout: The Buffalo Bills have suspended Shane Buechele indefinitely without pay pending an internal investigation. Reiley Buechele has locked all of her social media accounts and has made no public statement. Ashley’s attorney says they will seek damages “well into seven figures” and hope the case sets a precedent for better protection of NFL cheerleaders league-wide. The NFL has confirmed it is monitoring the situation closely and may impose additional discipline. One Bills Mafia is completely split: #TeamAshley supporters are demanding Buechele be cut immediately: “Married with a kid and still doing this? Disgusting.” Others are calling it an overreaction: “Flirty DMs and compliments? This feels like a money grab or a PR stunt.” The case is still in its earliest stages, with an initial court appearance expected in early 2026. What do YOU think – is this legitimate workplace harassment, or is the cheerleader blowing things out of proportion? Drop your take in the comments and turn on notifications – this story is only getting hotter!