Overview
- Sunday morning reports from multiple outlets said Brock Bowers is expected to play against the New Orleans Saints but remains listed as questionable after missing Friday practice.
- Head coach Klint Kubiak confirmed Bowers’ Friday non‑participation was a planned step in his recovery from a recent meniscus trim.
- The Raiders did not elevate a tight end from the practice squad this week, a move reporters flagged as an early sign that Bowers would be available.
- Even if active, Bowers is likely to see a managed snap count because of his knee surgery and prior knee issues, and FantasyPros placed his playing probability at about 47 percent.
- Safety Treydan Stukes has been ruled out with concussion protocol and Michael Mayer has been covering tight end duties while Bowers has recovered, a dynamic that will shift if Bowers plays.