The Las Vegas Raiders received an important update ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the New Orleans Saints: Brock Bowers is expected to return.
The tight end had been listed as questionable while continuing his recovery from knee surgery earlier this month. Bowers returned to practice during the week and is now expected to be available Sunday.
A highly anticipated return
Bowers missed Las Vegas' previous game while continuing his rehabilitation. His return would provide a major boost to an offense that opened the season with a 2-0 record.
The tight end quickly became one of the Raiders' most important offensive weapons, and his availability could give Kirk Cousins another key target in the passing game.
Las Vegas looks to stay undefeated
The Raiders enter Sunday's matchup against New Orleans with two victories to begin the season.
If Bowers is ultimately cleared to play, Las Vegas will regain one of its most important offensive players as the team attempts to keep its perfect start alive.