Brock Bowers shines at Raiders camp as Michael Mayer shows improvement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Brock Bowers demonstrates his top form at Raiders training camp as the team prepares for the upcoming season. The tight end, who had a record-setting rookie season in 2024, is noted for his ability to create separation and versatility on the field. Michael Mayer, a second-round draft pick in 2023, is also making strides, displaying improvements as he learns the new offensive system. Both players have generated positive remarks from tight ends coach Luke Steckel, who believes they form a strong tandem. The Raiders will likely look for contributions from both tight ends as they head into preseason games.
- •Bowers excelled at Raiders camp, showing promise of a comeback.
- •Mayer improves under new coaching, highlighting his potential.
- •Their partnership is seen as a key asset for the Raiders' offense.
- •Bowers set rookie records in 2024 but struggled in 2025 due to injury.
- •Raiders preseason game against Arizona is upcoming.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Brock Bowers returns to form at Raiders camp as Michael Mayer shows progress
"Brock Bowers is back to resembling Brock Bowers, finding ways to get open on seemingly every play, appearing in the Raiders' training camp like he could again be one of the NFL's top tight ends. Michael Mayer is showing he might finally be on track to live up to the expectations of a second-round draft pick in 2023 out of Notre Dame. “It's a great tandem to have on the field,” Las Vegas tight ends coach Luke Steckel said.
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