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Dak Prescott Appeals NFL Fine, Calls Out “Unfair” Discipline for Himself and Jalen Carter

Philadelphia – September 7, 2025

The aftermath of the Dallas Cowboys’ Week 1 showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles continues to grow louder. Quarterback Dak Prescott, fined for his role in the now-infamous spitting altercation with defensive tackle Jalen Carter, has decided he won’t remain silent.

Prescott issued a sharp rebuke of the NFL’s ruling, making it clear he views the punishment as lopsided:

“I’ve been in this league long enough to recognize fairness — and this isn’t it. The league fined me, yet Carter escapes without a suspension? That looks like favoritism. I’ll accept my responsibility, but I won’t stand by while the NFL picks sides instead of protecting the game’s integrity.”

The controversy traces back to Philadelphia’s 24-20 victory, where Carter was ejected just six seconds into the contest for spitting in Prescott’s direction. Upon review, officials determined Prescott had initiated the tension by spitting first, though not directly at Carter.

On Friday, the NFL finalized its discipline: Carter was fined $56,222, while Prescott was hit with a $33,266 penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct.

Prescott’s anger reflects a broader sense of discontent among Cowboys fans, who have already criticized missed calls and questioned the league’s uneven approach to discipline. His public challenge is expected to escalate the appeal process, potentially dragging the dispute into the coming week.

For the Cowboys, the saga compounds their Week 1 disappointment: a narrow divisional loss now coupled with a high-profile distraction heading into Week 2. For the NFL, attention turns to whether Commissioner Roger Goodell and his office will reassess Carter’s case or stand firm on their initial ruling.

One thing is certain — Dak Prescott is demanding more than accountability from his rivals. He’s demanding it from the league itself, ensuring this controversy won’t fade quietly.

Steelers Linked To Saints SuperStar With 5x Pro Bowl & 2x All-Pro in Blockbuster Trade
Pittsburgh, PA — According to a  circulating on X (Twitter), the Pittsburgh Steelers have been “linked” to Alvin Kamara—the New Orleans Saints superstar, five-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro—as a potential target ahead of the trade deadline. The speculation has heated up as various outlets have also floated Kamara as a logical “fit” should the Steelers look to add a versatile, late-season playmaker on offense. At 30, Kamara is a rare dual-threat RB who excels as both a runner and receiver. He tied the NFL single-game record with six rushing touchdowns (Christmas Day 2020 vs. the Vikings), and he has recently been recognized as the Saints’ all-time leader in rushing yards. Across his career: 5× Pro Bowl, 2× Second-Team All-Pro, and a skill set that meshes with Pittsburgh’s motion/spacing concepts—screens, angle/choice routes, safe check-downs, and short play-action. Tactically, if a move ever materialized, Kamara would immediately put stress on short-to-intermediate coverages, force defenses to roll a safety, and give Pittsburgh intriguing two-back looks alongside Najee Harris on 3rd-and-medium and in the red zone. In this hypothetical scenario, Kamara voices a desire for a fresh challenge after hitting so many personal milestones in New Orleans: “I’ve achieved just about everything with the Saints, and I want a new challenge for myself. What could be better than a team competing directly for a Super Bowl? Just thinking about wearing Black and Gold really excites me.” As of now, there has been no official confirmation from the Steelers or the Saints regarding any talks. Still, Kamara’s résumé and toolbox explain why his name is quickly paired with Pittsburgh whenever rumors of an offensive upgrade surface. With 5× Pro Bowls, 2× All-Pro honors, and a proven knack for tilting games as both a runner and receiver, even a whisper on social media is enough to make Steelers Nation perk up.