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Brock Bowers injury update: Raiders tight end reportedly expected to make season debut in Week 3 against Saints

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers appears poised to return to the field for his team's upcoming Week 3 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. The standout pass catcher missed the initial pair of contests following an unexpected knee procedure involving a meniscus trim prior to the season opener.

After limited participation during Wednesday and Thursday practice sessions, he received a scheduled day of rest according to head coach Klint Kubiak, while Michael Mayer has been filling the starting role in his absence. This recovery trajectory was further bolstered by the franchise declining to elevate Chris Myarick from the practice squad, a procedural move utilized during the previous two weeks when Bowers was sidelined.

During his impressive rookie campaign, the 2024 draft selection secured 112 receptions totaling 1,194 yards alongside five touchdowns, and he followed that up last year by leading the squad with 64 catches and seven scores despite sitting out five games due to physical setbacks.

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