Brock Bowers battles knee issue as Raiders hold out hope for tight end’s Monday night return against Chargers

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Brock Bowers faces knee concerns as Raiders eye tight end’s potential return against Chargers

The Las Vegas Raiders are holding their breath as star tight end Brock Bowers grapples with a knee issue that may sideline him for their upcoming match against the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday night. After a stellar rookie campaign where he appeared in all 17 games, Bowers’ status has become a focal point of concern following his early exit from the Week 1 victory over the New England Patriots.

Practice Update

Bowers missed practice on both Thursday and Friday, raising eyebrows about his availability for the game. However, a glimmer of hope emerged on Saturday when he participated in a limited practice, earning himself a questionable designation. Raiders head coach Pete Carroll expressed optimism about Bowers’ potential to play, stating, “He looked terrific today,” when asked about the tight end’s performance during the limited session.

Bowers’ Perspective

While Carroll’s words offer reassurance, Bowers himself has opted for a cautious approach. “I don’t know, it’s hard to say,” he remarked when discussing his game status. “I’m just going to keep working out and see how I feel the rest of the day, tomorrow and the next day. So, we’ll see.” He noted that he felt fine during practice, albeit while wearing a knee brace, a precaution he may continue into the game.

“It’s not ideal,” Bowers admitted regarding the brace. “I’d rather not have to wear it. But whatever they want me to do, I’ll do. If it comes down to me playing or not, I’ll wear it.”

Game-Day Implications

Given Carroll’s encouraging comments and Bowers’ limited practice participation, it would be surprising if he does not take the field on Monday night. However, fantasy managers and fans alike should remain vigilant as the inactives list will be released an hour and a half before the 10 p.m. ET kickoff.

Should Bowers be unable to suit up, the Raiders will turn to rookie Michael Mayer to fill the TE1 role, a significant consideration for those managing fantasy lineups. Veteran Ian Thomas could also see increased playing time if Bowers is ultimately ruled out.

As the Raiders prepare for their divisional showdown, all eyes will be on Bowers as he navigates this pivotal moment in his young career.

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