Raiders list Brock Bowers questionable with illness against Chiefs

Las Vegas still expects the tight end to play Sunday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 37m1 min read

Raiders TE Brock Bowers, who had been on the injury report due to his knee, now has an illness for which Las Vegas is li Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: The Las Vegas Raiders added tight end Brock Bowers to the injury report with a questionable designation due to an illness ahead of Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. He was previously on the report managing a knee issue. Despite the new ailment, the team anticipates he will take the field.

Why it matters: Bowers' availability remains crucial for a Las Vegas offense facing a stark divisional test. Retaining their top tight end gives the 4-2 Raiders a necessary receiving option as they attempt to maintain their recent momentum in the AFC West.

By the numbers: Las Vegas carries a three-game winning streak into the contest, averaging 22.7 points per game over their 4-2 start. The 3-3 Chiefs defense has allowed 15.8 points per game, and Kansas City enters the matchup as a.

What to watch: Final inactive lists will be published 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Pre-game warmups will offer the last indication of his readiness.

Sources

@AdamSchefter 2026-10-04T16:25:11.079374+00:00

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