Raiders Make Huge Brock Bowers Decision for Chargers Matchup
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Las Vegas Raiders star tight end Brock Bowers suffered a scary knee injury in Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
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After he was hit on the knee during a tackle, Bowers appeared to have suffered a significant injury. Following the incident, he was seen walking gingerly, and first looks appeared to indicate that his knee injury may have been severe.
Bowers himself offered a much more hopeful outlook on the injury following the Raiders’ victory, and he stated that the knee tweak was nothing to be concerned with.
Everything appeared to be great until the Raiders star appeared on the injury reports as DNP (Did Not Participate). Bowers missed two practices in a row on Thursday and Friday, indicating that the knee injury may have been worse than expected.
Brock Bowers #89 of the Las Vegas Raiders high-fives fans as he takes the field during player introductions before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Las… Brock Bowers #89 of the Las Vegas Raiders high-fives fans as he takes the field during player introductions before a game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Chargers defeated the Raiders 34-20.
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Despite the two DNP designations, Bowers returned to practice on Saturday, and Raiders head coach Peter Caroll indicated that Bowers was “expected” to play.
Now, the Raiders have made the final decision on Bowers playing in this important divisional matchup.
According to multiple reports, Bowers is active and will take the field against the Chargers. This is massive news for Geno Smith, who will have a huge offensive weapon.
Bowers was off and running in Week 1, turning five receptions into 103 yards, picking up exactly where he left off in the 2024 season.
Bowers was named an All-Pro and Pro Bowler in his first season after setting a rookie record of 112 receptions. He also logged 1,194 yards and five touchdowns.
With Bowers back in the lineup, the Raiders can take on their rivals with the same strong offense that showed up against the Patriots.
The Chargers are certainly no slouch of an opponent, so the Raiders not having Bowers in the lineup would have been difficult to deal with.
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