From Newsweek · Matt Audilet · · 1m 10s
Raiders Get Positive News on Brock Bowers' Week 3 Status
Raiders expect tight end Brock Bowers back for Week 3 against Saints.
In brief
Raiders expect tight end Brock Bowers back for Week 3 against Saints. Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is expected to return for Week 3 against the New Orleans Saints after meniscus surgery. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Raiders start 2-0
The Las Vegas Raiders began their 2026 NFL campaign with victories over the Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Chargers.
Bowers undergoes meniscus surgery
Superstar tight end Brock Bowers had a meniscus trimming procedure that held him off the field for the first two games.
Rapoport reports Bowers back this weekend
NFL insider Ian Rapoport said Bowers is expected to return for the Week 3 matchup against the New Orleans Saints this Sunday.
“Expect Brock Bowers back on Sunday”
Bowers' 2025 stats
Bowers missed five games due to knee injury issues in 2025, reeling in 64 catches for 680 yards and seven touchdowns.
Raiders use backup tight end
Kirk Cousins and the Raiders have leaned on backup tight end Michael Mayer in Bowers' absence.
Raiders aim to stay undefeated
With Bowers likely back, the Raiders will look to remain undefeated as they take on the New Orleans Saints.
In short
Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is expected to return for Week 3 against the New Orleans Saints after meniscus surgery.
