Overview
- Bowers exited late against the Patriots with a knee issue after a 38-yard reception, was listed as questionable to return, and did not re-enter.
- Pete Carroll said trainers kept him out despite his wanting to return, while Bowers told NFL Network he felt fine postgame.
- On Monday, the Raiders designated Bowers as day-to-day on the NFL injury report, with further evaluation expected and no firm diagnosis announced.
- Before leaving, he caught five passes for 103 yards in a 20-13 win, with Michael Mayer contributing four catches for 38 yards in relief.
- Week 2 brings a Monday night home game against the Chargers, and his availability remains uncertain as outside medical commentary has only offered preliminary possibilities pending imaging.