Raiders TE Brock Bowers Misses Another Practice on Wednesday

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers skipped practice on Wednesday as the team readies itself for their Week 2 game against the Los Angeles Chargers this Sunday. Bowers had a meniscus trimming surgery just a few days before the Raiders' opening victory over the Miami Dolphins. Early reports suggested he might miss one or two games to kick off the 2026 season.

During a press conference with reporters, Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak expressed optimism that Bowers would eventually make it to the practice field this week. Presently, Bowers' status remains day-to-day. ESPN NFL reporter Dan Graziano suggests the Raiders are exercising caution with the injured star TE, who missed five games last season due to injury.

"The team felt he could have played last week if needed, and he may return this week, Graziano reported. However, the organization is committed to ensuring Bowers is fully recovered before placing him on the field, and the earliest he could play is in Week 4 against the Chiefs. The Raiders are set to host the Chargers at 4:05 p.m. ET on Sunday.