Raiders tight end Brock Bowers to miss at least one game after meniscus surgery

Raiders tight end Brock Bowers underwent a meniscus trim procedure on Tuesday in Dallas and is projected to miss at least one game, according to ESPN. The surgery was performed by Dr. Daniel Cooper after the injury was diagnosed during training camp last week. Team officials indicated Bowers could return by Week 3, though the exact timeline may vary.

The injury comes as the Raiders begin a new offensive system under head coach Klint Kubiak, and Bowers was slated to be a primary target for quarterback Kirk Cousins. Bowers posted 1,194 receiving yards, 112 catches and five touchdowns in his rookie season, making him a popular early-round pick in fantasy football drafts.

"We’re expecting to have all our guys ready for Sunday," Kubiak said at a press conference before the news broke.

The Raiders had been aware of the condition since the previous week, but it was not disclosed publicly until the surgery was announced. A meniscus trim typically requires four to six weeks of recovery, though the team expressed optimism about an earlier return. In the interim, fantasy managers may consider the team's backup tight end, Michael Mayer, who could see increased playing time.

Cousins will rely on Mayer for the upcoming game against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday.