Raiders tight end Brock Bowers to miss opener following knee surgery

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers will miss the team's season opener against the Miami Dolphins after undergoing a meniscus trim on Tuesday. Coach Klint Kubiak has not provided a specific return date for the 23-year-old, though current expectations suggest he will miss one to two games. Bowers dealt with a PCL injury and bone bruise to his left knee throughout the 2025 season. The injury prompted concerns regarding his long-term durability as he enters his second year. Meanwhile, the organization finalized a three-year, $45 million contract extension with tight end Michael Mayer on Saturday. The team intends to feature both players in their offensive system once Bowers returns to full health. Mayer previously served as a starter for four games last season when Bowers was sidelined.

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