Raiders tight end Brock Bowers to miss games after meniscus surgery

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Raiders tight end Brock Bowers to miss games after meniscus surgery
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Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is expected to miss one or two games following a meniscus trim procedure performed on Tuesday. The team announced the medical update after Bowers missed a scheduled practice session on Wednesday. The injury was diagnosed last week, requiring the All-Pro to undergo surgery in Dallas. Bowers is officially sidelined for the team’s upcoming season opener against the Miami Dolphins. While the team hopes for a quick recovery, his status for the subsequent Week 2 road matchup against the Chargers remains uncertain. In his absence, the Raiders will rely on tight ends Michael Mayer and Ian Thomas to fill the position, while offensive target distribution may shift toward players like Jalen Nailor and Ashton Jeanty.

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  • •Brock Bowers underwent a meniscus trim procedure on Tuesday.
  • •The Raiders open the season at home against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
  • •Bowers is expected to miss one or two games.
  • •Michael Mayer and Ian Thomas will handle tight end responsibilities while Bowers recovers.
Latest Updates
  • 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders lose TE Brock Bowers for 'a game or two' after meniscus trim
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  • 9:58 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders TE Brock Bowers has meniscus surgery and could return in 1-2 weeks, AP source says
  • 9:42 PMESPN — Sources: Raiders' Bowers has knee procedure, out 'a game or two'
  • 9:14 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders news: Brock Bowers expected to miss 'a game or two' after surgery
  • 9:08 PMYahoo Sports — Brock Bowers reportedly out for weeks after surgery
  • 8:24 PMCBS NFL — Brock Bowers injury: Raiders TE expected to miss time after having meniscus trim, per report
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Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers had knee surgery to repair his meniscus, a person with knowledge of the procedure told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because Bowers’ injury hasn’t been announced, said he’s expected to return in a week or two. Coach Klint Kubiak was asked specifically about the availability of Bowers and defensive end Maxx Crosby on Wednesday before any news broke regarding the tight end's health.

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The Las Vegas Raiders might not win a lot of games this season, but fantasy football managers were at least excited for what Brock Bowers could do for their team. As a rookie, Bowers had arguably the best first season ever, not just for tight ends, but for all positions. The Georgia product broke the records for rookie receptions (112) and rookie […] The post Brock Bowers injury: Fantasy football impact of Raiders star's knee surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Las Vegas Raiders are going to start the season without their best player on the field. Tight end Brock Bowers underwent meniscus trim surgery and is expected to miss a couple of weeks , according to Adam Schefter. “Raiders All-Pro tight end Brock Bowers underwent a meniscus trim Tuesday in Dallas with Dr. Daniel Cooper and now is expected to […] The post Raiders news: Brock Bowers expected to miss 'a game or two' after surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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