Man, if you were banking on Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers for Week 3, you just got hit with some rough news, and honestly, it’s a gut punch. Bowers was a complete no-show at practice today, Friday, September 25, and after all the buzz and reassurances, you’d think this wouldn’t catch anyone off guard, right? But it totally did. We heard Raiders head coach Klint Kubiac talking him up, but now, here we are.
The Bowers Blip
This isn’t just a minor blip on the radar, folks. Bowers is officially in serious danger of missing another game in Week 3. If you’ve been following the chatter, you know the smart money was always on him returning in Week 4 at the *earliest*, so maybe we shouldn’t be totally shocked he wasn’t out there. But hey, it still stings when you see that empty spot on the practice field, especially after getting those positive vibes from Kubiac. Missing practice today isn’t a guaranteed game-day scratch, but let’s be real, it’s far from a good sign for Sunday’s matchup.
The Sunday Showdown and Your Lineup
So, what’s the play for Sunday? Listen up: absolutely do not rely on Brock Bowers this week. Seriously, if your only pivot option is weak, go find another choice because this guy is a gamble. The worst-case scenario? He’s a game-time decision for a late-afternoon kick, leaving you totally in the dark until the last minute. Remember last season? He struggled after a knee injury, and there’s a very real chance that even if he suits up, his snap count will be super limited. You can forget plugging in an elite TE1 here. Not only are the New Orleans Saints a tough opponent, they’ve allowed the 10th-fewest fantasy points to tight ends this season, but we just don’t have the confidence that Bowers is healthy enough to be productive.
The Mayer Move
This is where Michael Mayer steps into the spotlight. If Bowers is officially out, Mayer becomes your ideal pivot option. You can slot him in with a decent amount of confidence. But, and this is a big “but,” what if Bowers *does* play, and you’ve got both of them on your roster? That, my friend, is a straight-up pickle. You don’t want to start Mayer if Bowers is active because they’ll likely just split the work, totally cannibalizing each other’s value. Honestly, the best outcome for everyone caught in this mess is if the Raiders just announce early that they’re giving Bowers another week or two to get fully healthy. Then, you can plug Mayer in and breathe a little easier for Week 3.
It’s a frustrating situation, for sure. We’re all just waiting on that official word to clarify things. Here’s hoping for some quick news that lets you nail down your Sunday lineup without a last-second scramble.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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