ESPN predicts Brock Bowers could win AP Offensive Player of the Year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
ESPN analyst Ben Solak forecasts a historic season for Raiders tight end Brock Bowers, predicting he could become the first tight end to win the AP Offensive Player of the Year. This expectation follows a strong rookie season in 2024 and is based on the hiring of head coach Klint Kubiak, who previously oversaw an explosive Seahawks offense. Bowers is expected to surpass his 2024 numbers with improved quarterback play from Fernando Mendoza. Achieving such recognition would likely require both individual success and team competitiveness, as tight ends have historically struggled to earn such honors.
- •Bowers was recognized as one of the top tight ends after his rookie season.
- •Klint Kubiak, the new head coach, previously led an effective offense.
- •Improved quarterback play from Mendoza is anticipated to benefit Bowers.
- •Bowers would need both personal achievements and team success for the award.
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN has extremely bold prediction for Raiders TE Brock Bowers in 2026
"ESPN came out today with a prediction that Raiders tight end Brock Bowers make the kind of history that would be shocking even for him.
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