What happened: Dr. Daniel Cooper performed the procedure on the Raiders' All-Pro tight end, according to Adam Schefter. [Yahoo Sports](https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/breaking-news/article/raiders-all-pro-brock-bowers-reportedly-had-meniscus-trim-that-will-sideline-him-for-season-opener-maybe-longer-200007786.html) corroborated the expected absence.

Why it matters: Las Vegas enters the season needing to His absence from the opener puts the immediate focus on the remaining tight ends.

What to watch: Watch the Raiders' practice participation updates and game designations for Bowers' return status.