Raiders report two starters miss practice ahead of Week 2 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 10:38 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The Raiders began preparations for their Week 2 game against the Los Angeles Chargers with two key starters not participating in practice. Tight end Brock Bowers, who underwent a meniscus procedure last week, is considered day-to-day after missing the season opener against the Dolphins. Cornerback Darien Porter also missed practice due to a foot injury sustained in the last game, leading to rookie Hezekiah Masses stepping in. Head coach Klint Kubiak indicated both players' statuses will be monitored throughout the week. Meanwhile, the Chargers have their own injury concerns, with four players missing from their practice, including wide receiver Ladd McConkey.
- •Brock Bowers and Darien Porter missed practice for the Raiders on September 16.
- •Bowers is day-to-day following a meniscus procedure.
- •Porter was replaced by rookie Hezekiah Masses after his injury last week.
- •The Raiders face the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 2.
- •The Chargers also have multiple players sidelined due to injuries.
- 10:38 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders Wednesday Week 2 injury report: 2 starters not practicing
"Two key starters were missing from practice for the Raiders as they began practices for their Week 2 matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers.
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