Jalen Carter ejected in opening seconds as Philadelphia Eagles win first game

Defensive tackle Carter was thrown out for spitting at the start of the 24-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys in the opening game of the NFL season.

Cooper DeJean of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates a fumble recovery during the third quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Pic: Kathryn Riley/Getty Images

Super Bowl champions the Philadelphia Eagles kicked off the NFL season with a 24-20 win over divisional rivals the Dallas Cowboys.

A match which began with Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter being ejected for spitting ended after midnight because of a lengthy weather delay.