Sources: Brock Bowers (knee) to miss at least Raiders' opener
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Key Points:
- Las Vegas Raiders All-Pro tight end Brock Bowers underwent meniscus surgery and is expected to miss one or two games, according to league sources.
- Bowers sustained the knee injury during training camp, with surgery scheduled after diagnosis last week by Dr. Daniel Cooper.
- Raiders coach Klint Kubiak initially expected all players, including Bowers, to be ready for the season opener against the Miami Dolphins.
- Bowers has struggled with knee issues since last season, playing 12 games before being placed on injured reserve; he recorded 64 catches, 680 yards, and seven touchdowns last year.
- With Bowers sidelined, tight end Michael Mayer will assume a larger offensive role, having caught 35 passes for 328 yards and one touchdown in 12 games last season.
