The Las Vegas Raiders have had a start that demands immediate improvement, sitting at 1-3 with a three-game losing streak under head coach Pete Carroll. In the midst of this urgent need for victories, quarterback Geno Smith could be without a key weapon for the game against the Indianapolis Colts.
The Raiders have concerns regarding their offensive production, even raising questions about Smith’s role in Carroll’s offense. This point in the season is a test of resilience for Las Vegas, which wants to have its full strength on the field.
Key players like Justin Shorter, Decamerion Richardson, and Maxx Crosby have shown they are ready to contribute in their respective roles. The team’s depth will be tested, but expectations are high when it comes to a key offensive weapon.
Who is the key weapon that could miss the game against the Colts?
Brock Bowers, the Raiders’ tight end, has been listed as “questionable” for the Week 5 matchup against the Colts due to a knee injury. However, head coach Pete Carroll expressed optimism about his participation. “We think he’s playing, but we wanted to make sure and rest him,” he said, via Nick Walters of KNTV.
Brock Bowers #89 of the Las Vegas Raiders.
Carroll expects Bowers to play on Sunday in a crucial game for the Raiders’ regular-season aspirations. The young Las Vegas tight end is in his second professional season and has played in all games this year, although he has yet to record a touchdown.
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Bowers’ impact on the Raiders
Bowers has been a key piece of the Raiders’ offense, showing a strong performance in the 2025 season with 19 receptions for 225 yards. Despite missing Thursday and Friday practices, the team trusts his ability to recover and contribute significantly in the upcoming matchup.
