NFL fans were left in shock after hearing the devastating injury diagnosis for Dak Prescott.

Initially, it seemed like the Dallas Cowboys quarterback had only suffered a minor hamstring issue, but further examination revealed the injury to be much more severe and painful.

It’s now possible that Dak could be placed on injured reserve (IR), potentially ending his season.

According to NFL insider Jane Slater, the initial diagnosis of Prescott’s injury is a “partial avulsion of his hamstring tendon,” meaning the tendon has torn partially off the bone.

This type of injury is extremely painful, as the muscle has been ripped away from the bone. Recovery from such an injury is not quick and will require weeks of rest and treatment before Dak can return to the field.

While the Cowboys have not yet made a decision regarding his IR status, it seems likely that Dak will be placed on IR soon, as the timeline for recovery could stretch well beyond four weeks.

Slater provided more insight into the injury, noting that this kind of injury typically requires more than a month to heal.

In some cases, doctors allow the tendon to scar over naturally, before focusing on strengthening the muscle.

Sources close to the team indicated that Prescott is currently consulting with other medical professionals to determine the best course of action.

As of now, the team is hesitant to make any decisions regarding his return to play.

In the wake of this news, fans took to social media to offer their support and prayers for Dak’s recovery.

However, the update also triggered a wave of criticism directed at Fox Sports NFL analyst James Jones.

Earlier, Jones had suggested that Prescott was “quitting” on his team after suffering the hamstring injury, a remark that now seems completely misguided given the severity of the injury.

Jones had said, “Dak is quitting. It’s crazy because it ain’t even funny.

My man is quitting on these dudes. I’ve had a hamstring injury plenty of times, and I’m back the next week.

It don’t take no four weeks for you to heal from a hamstring. You’re not Tyreek Hill. You’re not Lamar Jackson. You’re not Jalen Hurts.”

His comments were widely criticized, with many fans and analysts calling out his lack of understanding of the injury.

The following day, Jones quickly backtracked on his statements, acknowledging how serious Prescott’s injury could be.

He posted on X (formerly Twitter), saying,this can’t wait until tomorrow! That’s my fault…seeing the reports of how bad it might be…that’s tough! Godspeed, Dak.”

Now, fans are hoping for Dak’s swift recovery, but for the Cowboys, it looks like their season could be in jeopardy without their star quarterback under center.