Raiders get bad Brock Bowers surgery news as star TE is expected to miss time
This is some worrying news for the Raiders and their star tight end.
The Las Vegas Raiders are facing a setback heading into the 2026 NFL season as their star tight end, Brock Bowers, is expected to miss some time due to recent knee surgery. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Bowers underwent meniscus surgery in Dallas and is now anticipated to be sidelined for a game or two following an injury sustained during practice.
This news comes as a surprise, considering the Raiders had planned for the surgery. With a weaker wide receiver room and uncertainty surrounding Ashton Jeanty's performance, Bowers' absence will be a significant blow to the team's offensive capabilities. The injury has come as an unexpected development for the Raiders, and multiple sources confirm that both the team and Bowers had arranged for the surgery.
Bowers, a two-time Pro Bowler and First-Team All-Pro, is expected to miss at least the first few games of the season, which begins against the Miami Dolphins. The Raiders, who will open their schedule at home, now face additional challenges due to the loss of their top tight end.
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