Brock Bowers undergoes meniscus trim surgery, uncertain return timeline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is recovering from a minor meniscus trim surgery following ongoing knee issues. Bowers had suffered a PCL injury and bone bruise in the previous season, limiting his availability. His camp initially projected a 1-2 week recovery, but analysts, including ESPN's Adam Schefter, suggest a longer timeline may be realistic. Bowers will miss the upcoming game against the Dolphins, with a potential return in late September or early October appearing more feasible.
- •Bowers underwent surgery on September 16, 2026.
- •He initially expected to return in 1-2 weeks after surgery.
- •Bowers will miss the game against the Dolphins.
- •He suffered an earlier knee injury in Week 1 last season.
- •ESPN's Adam Schefter doubts the 1-2 week recovery timeline.
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Brock Bowers Fantasy Football Injury Update
"Bowers is dealing with knee issues as the season gets underway. How long will he be out for?
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