The Las Vegas Raiders will be without Brock Bowers for their season opener against the Miami Dolphins. The Pro Bowl tight end is expected to miss one to two games after undergoing a meniscus trim in Dallas on Tuesday, according to ESPN. The injury reportedly occurred in training camp, and surgery was scheduled shortly thereafter.

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The Las Vegas Raiders' fourth-year tight end is expected to be the starter, with star Brock Bowers unlikely to be available. In a contract year, it is time to make the most of an opportunity.

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