Schefter says Bowers' 1-2 week return estimate comes from his inner circle
ESPN reporter Adam Schefter indicated that the projected one- to two-week absence for Brock Bowers is based on information from people close to the player, and he cautioned that a full recovery may take longer.
ESPN reporter Adam Schefter said the estimate that Brock Bowers will miss one to two weeks stems primarily from sources close to the athlete. On a sports talk program, Schefter noted that players often minimize the seriousness of injuries, and he added that even if Bowers returns within the projected window, he is unlikely to be at full strength. Scheffer’s comments suggest uncertainty about both the timeline and Bowers’ performance level upon his return. The tight end has been dealing with knee problems since the start of the 2025 season, and the team plans to start Michael Mayer at tight end until Bowers is cleared to play. Mayer is expected to serve as a mid-range tight end in the upcoming game against Miami.